Cobas b 123 POC system cobas b 123 POC system is fully automated POC system for whole blood in vitro measurement of pH, blood gases (BG), electrolytes Na+ K+, iCa2+ (ISE), hematocrit (Hct), metabolites (Gluc, Lac), total hemoglobin (tHb), hemoglobin derivatives (O2Hb, HHB, COHB, MetHb), and oxygen saturation (SO2). In addition, the cobas b 123 POC system calculates derived parameters. It is dedicated for use in a Point-of-Care environment and laboratory.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Part number: 05169992001 cobas b 123 Fluid Pack COOX, 200 with Lot# 21426121 and Lot# 21426171.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- It has been determined that cobas b 123 Fluid Pack COOX cuvettes for lot numbers 21426121 and 21426171, exhibit a significant increase in the out-of-box failure rate caused by a change in the thickness in the cuvette layer. Internal investigations found the altered thickness of the cuvette was due to production equipment settings. Cuvettes were produced within specifications, but within the upper
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Cobas b 123 POC system cobas b 123 POC system is fully automated POC system for whole blood in vitro measurement of pH, blood gases (BG), electrolytes Na+ K+, iCa2+ (ISE), hematocrit (Hct), metabolites (Gluc, Lac), total hemoglobin (tHb), hemoglobin derivatives (O2Hb, HHB, COHB, MetHb), and oxygen saturation (SO2). In addition, the cobas b 123 POC system calculates derived parameters. It is dedicated for use in a Point-of-Care environment and laboratory.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Part number: 05169992001 cobas b 123 Fluid Pack COOX, 200 with Lot# 21426121 and Lot# 21426171.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0522-2013
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