Atellica CH Lithium (Li), Siemens Material Number 11097535. in vitro diagnostic assay
- Recall Initiated
- September 19, 2022
- Posted
- October 20, 2022
- Recall Number
- Z-0105-2023
- Quantity
- 586 US; 694 OUS
- Firm Location
- Tarrytown, NY
Reason for Recall
Potential for falsely elevated LITH_2 and Li results on the Atellica CH 930 Analyzer. In the worst case, there is a potential for erroneously elevated lithium patient results, which may lead to inappropriate dosage adjustment, potentially affecting treatment efficacy.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide.
Lot / Code Info
UDI-DI: 00630414006789 All lots impacted: Lots 110354 exp 11/15/22 120038 exp 2/7/23
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Action Taken
On September 19, 2022, the firm issued an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter to affected customers. Customers should take the following actions: -Please review this letter with your Medical Director. -Discontinue use of and discard the affected product. Siemens is temporarily discontinuing production and distribution of the Atellica CH lithium reagents until the issue is resolved. In the interim, Siemens is recommending that customers transition to an alternate lithium assay.