i-Stat cTnl cartridges Abbott Point of Care Inc. The i-Stat cTnl test is an in vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of cardiac troponin I in heparinized whole blood or plasma samples. Cardiac troponin I measurements can be used as an aid in the diagnosis and treatment of myocardial infarction and in the risk stratification of patients with acute coronary syndromes with respect to their relative risk of mortality. The cartridge is to be used with the i-Stat Analyzer, but not with the i-Stat Portable Clinical Analyzer or the Philips Medical System (formerly Agilent Technologies) Blood Analysis Module (BAM). As part of the i-Stat System, the cTnl test is to be used by trained health care professionals in accordance with a facility's policies and procedures.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    List number 06F15-03, 06F15-04, 03P90-23, 600-9009-25 All lots
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

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Recall Details

Company:
Abbott Point Of Care Inc.
Reason for Recall:
The frequency of suppressed results for i-Stat cTnl, BNP and CK-MP cartridges is affected by atmospheric pressure.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

i-Stat cTnl cartridges Abbott Point of Care Inc. The i-Stat cTnl test is an in vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of cardiac troponin I in heparinized whole blood or plasma samples. Cardiac troponin I measurements can be used as an aid in the diagnosis and treatment of myocardial infarction and in the risk stratification of patients with acute coronary syndromes with respect to their relative risk of mortality. The cartridge is to be used with the i-Stat Analyzer, but not with the i-Stat Portable Clinical Analyzer or the Philips Medical System (formerly Agilent Technologies) Blood Analysis Module (BAM). As part of the i-Stat System, the cTnl test is to be used by trained health care professionals in accordance with a facility's policies and procedures.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

List number 06F15-03, 06F15-04, 03P90-23, 600-9009-25 All lots

Distribution:

Distributed in: AZ, CO

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-2169-2012

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