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Terminated

ABX PENTRA Creatinine 120 CP, Model Number Creatinine Part # A11A01868, Lot Numbers: 203273706, 203273707, 203273808, 203273709. The ABX PENTRA Creatinine 120 CP is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of creatinine in human serum, plasma and urine based on a kinetic method using alkaline picrate (Jaffe method). It is composed of a 27 ml monoreagent cassette. Reagent is a chemical solution with additives. ABX PENTRA Creatinine 120 CP reagent, with associated calibrator and controls, is a diagnostic reagent for quantitative in vitro determination of Creatinine in human serum, plasma and urine based on a kinetic method using alkaline picrate (Jaffe method). Creatinine measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of renal diseases, in monitoring renal dialysis, and as a calculation basis for measuring other urine analytes. This reagent is intended for use on the ABX PENTRA 400 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer.

FDA Recall Z-0289-2013 · Posted 2012-11-14

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeCGX
Date Initiated2012-09-14
Date Terminated2012-11-29
Product Quantity8,503 units

Reason for Recall

This recall was initiated because some customers were experiencing an alarm during Creatinine calibration "REAG RANGE HIGH". This alarm caused the calibration to fail and prevented the user from using the Creatinine assay.

Firm Action

HORIBA Medical sent customer communication letters dated October 24, 2011, to all affected customers via Fax with the exception of two communications that were emailed. The response or confirmation of receipt was conducted via telephone and also documented on attached Notification List. Customers were given a list of procedures to follow and asked to complete and fax the Acknowledgement of Receipt Form to +33 (0)4 67 14 15 17. For questions regarding this recall call 949-453-0500, ext 208.

Root Cause

Nonconforming Material/Component

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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