Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Date Initiated2026-06-26
Product Quantity8 US; 44 OUS
Reason for Recall
Out-of-specification sodium azide concentration in Syva Emit Disopyramide Enzyme Immunoassay Calibrator Lot U1. While the assay results were not impacted, the overall health risk to lab technicians due to this issue is low, as exposure is limited by small volumes and a 0.2% post-reconstitution sodium azide concentration, with the worst outcome being mild skin or eye irritation and no serious harm anticipated.
Firm Action
On 6/26/2026, Siemens issued Urgent Medical Device Correction letters to all affected customers informing them of the issue and providing instructions.
Customers are instructed to refer to the SDS which were created and provided with the
Urgent Medical Device Corrections and the Urgent Field Safety Notices specifically for
Syva Emit Disopyramide Assay Lot U1 for information regarding handling and disposal.
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA and VA. The country of Japan.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.