FDAClass IIJanuary 27, 2021

Abbott i-STAT EG7+ cartridge-IVD. Intended for the recall

Abbott i-STAT EG7+ cartridge-IVD. Intended for the quantitative measurement of sodium, potassium, ionized calcium, pH, pCO2, pO2 and hematocrit in…

Why was Abbott i-STAT EG7+ cartridge-IVD. Intended for the recalled?

Ionized calcium test on some i-STAT CG8+ and EG7+ cartridges may exhibit higher than expected reported results when stored at room temperature (18 to 30C) for periods of time in excess of 3 days for lot numbers *20100 to *20339 and 7 days for lot numbers *20340 and above Where * = lot letter A, K, L, M, N, W or Y.

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?

Stored at room temperature (18 to 30¿C) for periods of time in excess of: 3 days for lot numbers *20100 to *20339 7 days for lot numbers *20340 and above Where * = lot letter A, K, L, M, N, W or Y Primary GTIN (01) 00054749000163)

Product
Abbott i-STAT EG7+ cartridge-IVD. Intended for the quantitative measurement of sodium, potassium, ionized calcium, pH, pCO2, pO2 and hematocrit in…
Recalling firm
Abbott Point Of Care Inc.
Quantity
1,521,800 cartridges US and 2,641,053 cartridges OUS
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
January 27, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
Open FDA enforcement record Latest recalls