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IMMULITE Calcitonin Control Module (IMMULITE, IMMULITE… recallZ-0212-2015 · Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. · initiated Oct 20, 2014

Class III Terminated All recalls posted in November 2014

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

A typographical error regarding the expiration date was identified in the control module instructions for use.

FDA root cause category: Error in labeling

What the company is doing

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics issued an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter October 17, 2014, to US customers, and an Urgent Field Safety Notice issued October 16, 2014, outside the US. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customers are advised to review the notice with their medical directors. Customers should discard the control module IFU listed in table 1 and refer to table 2 for the list of revised IFU versions as noted on the notice. Finally, the customers should check the system for the expiration date and if correct, no further action is required. Field Correction Effectiveness Check should be returned via fax (312) 275-7795 within 30 days. For further questions please call 914-631-8000.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0212-2015
Recall class
Class III
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Oct 20, 2014
Posted by the FDA
Nov 13, 2014
Recalling firm
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Quantity
2212 units (92 units domestically & 2120 units internationally)
Product code
JJY
FDA submissions
K023304
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution including the states of FL, KY, MN, MA, PA, UT, NY, VA and CA., and the countries of Algeria, Australia, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameron, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Macedonia, Mexico, Netherlands,Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Rep. Korea, Romania, Russian Fed, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tadjikistan, Taiwan,Turkey, Unit. Arab Emir and Vietnam.

Product description

IMMULITE Calcitonin Control Module (IMMULITE, IMMULITE 1000, IMMULITE 2000, IMMULITE 2000 XPi) For in vitro diagnostic use with IMMULITE Systems Analyzers for the quantitative measurement of calcitonin (thyrocalcitonin) in human serum or heparinized plasma, as an aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases involving the thyroid and parathyroid glands, including carcinoma and hyperparathyroidism.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Catalog Number: LCLCM, Lot Number: 0019, Siemens Material Number: 10385383, IFU Reference: PILCLCM-11 {24}, 2014-02-19; PINLCLCM-11{24}, 2014-02-19; PIELCLCM-9{24}, 2014-02-19

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K023304 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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