Magnesium on RX Imola analyser IVD
This recall has been terminated (originally issued April 14, 2016).
- Recall Initiated
- April 14, 2016
- Terminated
- September 19, 2017
- Recall Number
- Z-0725-2017
- Quantity
- 15
- Official Source
- View on FDA website ↗
Reason for Recall
According to the firm, Carry over was observed when the amylase or pancreatic amylase test is run directly before or after the Magnesium assay. An update is required to the RX Imola analyser running order and an acid wash recommended when setting up the magnesium assay. A correction was made to the IFU for the Magnesium assay and all RX Imola customers in the USA were contacted with the updated instruction.
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution The product was only distributed to US Consignees.
Lot / Code Info
reagent: MG3880 analyser: RX4900
Root Cause
Device Design
Action Taken
Randox sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice to all affected consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were advised to review and update Rx Imola running order where required. Rework any remaining stock with updated IFU and Important Notice. Complete and return the vigilance response section of the form to technicalservikces@randox.com.