Dimension Vista¿ Homocysteine Flex Reagent Cartridge (HCYS), Device Listing No.: D017878 is an in vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of total homocysteine in human serum, heparinized plasma and EDTA plasma on the Dimension Vista System.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot Number 15243MA Mfg Date: 08/31/2015 Exp Date: 05/31/2016 Lot Number 15243MB Mfg Datge: 08/31/2015 Exp Date: 05/31/2016
  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.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
CSL Behring GmbH
Reason for Recall:
Reagent lots # 15243MA and 15243MB shows a reduced stability once opened that does not meet the Instructions For Use claim of seven (7) days. A maximum bias of -37% was observed.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Dimension Vista¿ Homocysteine Flex Reagent Cartridge (HCYS), Device Listing No.: D017878 is an in vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of total homocysteine in human serum, heparinized plasma and EDTA plasma on the Dimension Vista System.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Number 15243MA Mfg Date: 08/31/2015 Exp Date: 05/31/2016 Lot Number 15243MB Mfg Datge: 08/31/2015 Exp Date: 05/31/2016

Distribution:

Nationwide distribution

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2241-2016

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