Magellan Diagnostics LeadCare and LeadCare II test Kits. Product Usage: The LeadCare Blood Lead Test Kit is for in vitro diagnostic use only. The Test Kit is for the quantitative measurement of lead in fresh whole blood. This product is for professional use only. Sensors and Treatment Reagent of the Test Kit are specific for lead only. Contents of this LeadCare Blood Lead Test Kit must only be used with a LeadCare Analyzer and Blood Lead Testing System.

Underestimates the lead concentration of venous blood samples when the sample is analyzed with the LeadCare systems

Magellan issued a Safety Notification letter from May 23-25, 2017 . The firm states following the FDA Safety Notice, published May 17, 2017, this notification is to advise your facility regarding a change to existing LeadCare product usage and labeling. Prior instructions for use included capillary and venous blood samples. However, because the LeadCare Testing Systems may underestimate blood lead levels and give inaccurate results when processing venous blood samples, the FDA recommends discontinuing the use of venous blood samples with any LeadCare Blood Lead Testing System (LeadCare, LeadCare II, LeadCare Ultra, LeadCare Plus). Capillary samples may still be used on all LeadCare prducts listed above. Users requested to complete/sign Fax Form Record to verify that you have read and understood the Safety Communication to Customers on page 1. Contact Reba Daoust, Director of QA/RA 978-248-4811 or [email protected]