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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 23, 2024

The Access TSH (3rd IS) assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative etermdination of human thyroid-stimulating hormone (thyrotropin, TSH, hTSH) levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems. Measurements of thyroid stimulating hormone produced by the anterior pituitary are used in the diagnosis of thyroid or pituitary disorders. This assay is capable of providing 3rd generation TSH results. The DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay Analyzer i

Certain lots of Access TSH reagent packs may produce erroneously low TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) results.

Recall #
Z-0094-2025
Affected scope
2805 units
Initiated
August 28, 2024
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Beckman Coulter, Inc. recalled The Access TSH (3rd IS) assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay fo… - a moderate-severity action.

The Access TSH (3rd IS) assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay fo… was recalled by Beckman Coulter, Inc. in October 23, 2024. Reason: Certain lots of Access TSH reagent packs may produce erroneously low TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) result…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0094-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Beckman Coulter, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Certain lots of Access TSH reagent packs may produce erroneously low TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) result….

Moderate
severity level
3K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 23, 2024
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0094-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

The Access TSH (3rd IS) assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative etermdination of human thyroid-stimulating hormone (thyrotropin, TSH, hTSH) levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems. Measurements of thyroid stimulating hormone produced by the anterior pituitary are used in the diagnosis of thyroid or pituitary disorders. This assay is capable of providing 3rd generation TSH results. The DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay Analyzer is an in vitro diagnostic device used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative, or qualitative determination of various analyte concentrations found in human body fluids.

Reason for recall

Certain lots of Access TSH reagent packs may produce erroneously low TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) results.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-0094-2025
Date reported October 23, 2024
Date initiated August 28, 2024
Recalling firm Beckman Coulter, Inc.
Firm location Chaska, MN
Affected scope 2805 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Austria, Belgium, Croatia, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

2805 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Access TSH (3rd IS) assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative etermdination of human thyroid-stimulating hormone (thyrotropin, TSH, hTSH) levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems. Measurements of thyroid stimulating hormone produced by the anterior pituitary are used in the diagnosis of thyroid or pituitary disorders. This assay is capable of providing 3rd generation TSH results. The DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay Analyzer is an in vitro diagnostic device used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative, or qualitative determination of various analyte concentrations found in human body fluids.. Recalled by Beckman Coulter, Inc.. Units affected: 2805 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Certain lots of Access TSH reagent packs may produce erroneously low TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 23, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0094-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Austria, Belgium, Croatia, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland..
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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