RecallDepth

Advanced D-Dimer used with the Sysmex CA-1500, CA-7000, CA-500 Systems when using the AKIMA method.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued November 18, 2005).

Company
Dade Behring Inc.
Recall Initiated
July 29, 2005
Posted
November 18, 2005
Terminated
March 1, 2006
Recall Number
Z-0172-06
Quantity
2987 units
Firm Location
Newark, DE
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

Reports of false negative results on Sysmex Coagulation System.

Distribution

The product was shipped to medical facilities nationwide.

Lot / Code Info

Catalog number OQWM

Root Cause

Other

Action Taken

On 7/29/05, the recalling firm issued a recall letter to their accounts informing them of the probelm. The letter also provided instruction on how to prevent the probelm from occurring - change from the AKIMA method to the Point ot Point method.

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