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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 16, 2019

cobas c 311; cobas c 501, 502,and COBAS INTEGRA 400 plus Analyzer/Module-RF interference claims for the sTfR assay Catalog Number: 20763454122

Tina-quant Soluble Transferrin Receptor (STFR) Assays Updated Claims for Rheumatoid Factors Interference

Recall #
Z-0108-2020
Affected scope
6,494 units
Initiated
August 28, 2019
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Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. recalled cobas c 311; cobas c 501, 502,and COBAS INTEGRA 400 plus Analyzer/Module-RF interference … - a moderate-severity action.

cobas c 311; cobas c 501, 502,and COBAS INTEGRA 400 plus Analyzer/Module-RF interference … was recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. in October 16, 2019. Reason: Tina-quant Soluble Transferrin Receptor (STFR) Assays Updated Claims for Rheumatoid Factors Interference. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0108-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Tina-quant Soluble Transferrin Receptor (STFR) Assays Updated Claims for Rheumatoid Factors Interference.

Moderate
severity level
6K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 16, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0108-2020 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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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

cobas c 311; cobas c 501, 502,and COBAS INTEGRA 400 plus Analyzer/Module-RF interference claims for the sTfR assay Catalog Number: 20763454122

Reason for recall

Tina-quant Soluble Transferrin Receptor (STFR) Assays Updated Claims for Rheumatoid Factors Interference

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-0108-2020
Date reported October 16, 2019
Date initiated August 28, 2019
Recalling firm Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
Firm location Indianapolis, IN
Affected scope 6,494 units
Distribution Nationwide

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

Scale of Impact

6,494 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.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
cobas c 311; cobas c 501, 502,and COBAS INTEGRA 400 plus Analyzer/Module-RF interference claims for the sTfR assay Catalog Number: 20763454122. Recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.. Units affected: 6,494 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Tina-quant Soluble Transferrin Receptor (STFR) Assays Updated Claims for Rheumatoid Factors Interference
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 16, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0108-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide.
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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