FDAClass IIJanuary 15, 2014

HB1C Flex(R) Reagent Cartridge recall

HB1C Flex(R) Reagent Cartridge (DF105A, Siemens Material Number 10483822) for the Dimension(R) Clinical Systems. Dimension(R) Hemoglobin A1c (HB1C)…

Why was HB1C Flex(R) Reagent Cartridge recalled?

Positive bias on the lots listed compared to alternate methods and a higher frequency of "Above Assay Range" flags with the lots listed.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Catalog number DF105A (Siemens Material Number 10483822) - Lot numbers GA3099, exp. 4/9/13; GA3141, exp. 5/21/13; GA3197, exp. 7/16/13; GA3247, exp. 9/4/13; GA3113, exp. 4/23/13; GA3162, exp. 6/11/13; GB3211, exp. 7/30/13; GA3267, exp. 9/24/13; GA3134, exp. 5/14/13; GA3169, exp. 6/18/13; GA3232, exp. 8/20/13; GB3281, exp. 10/8/13, GC3302, exp. 10/29/13.

Product
HB1C Flex(R) Reagent Cartridge (DF105A, Siemens Material Number 10483822) for the Dimension(R) Clinical Systems. Dimension(R) Hemoglobin A1c (HB1C)…
Recalling firm
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Quantity
11006 Total
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and internationally to Canada and Mexico.
Recall date
January 15, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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