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FDA Devices recall · Reported November 16, 2022

VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 -(GEN) 22 of VITROS PHYT Slides For in vitro diagnostic use only. Product Code: 8568040 . VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 is used to calibrate VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems for the quantitative measurement of ACET, CRBM, DGXN, PHBR, and PHYT

Calibration disk Data Release Version (DRV) 6194 to 6200 contain inappropriate calibration mathematics for VITROS Calibration Kit 9 for calibrating VITROS PHYT Slides, for all lo…

Recall #
Z-0220-2023
Affected scope
17,396 Units
Initiated
October 13, 2022
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Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. recalled VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 -(GEN) 22 of VITROS PHYT Slides For in vitro … - a moderate-severity action.

VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 -(GEN) 22 of VITROS PHYT Slides For in vitro … was recalled by Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. in November 16, 2022. Reason: Calibration disk Data Release Version (DRV) 6194 to 6200 contain inappropriate calibration mathematics for VI…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0220-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Calibration disk Data Release Version (DRV) 6194 to 6200 contain inappropriate calibration mathematics for VI….

Moderate
severity level
17K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
November 16, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0220-2023 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

VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 -(GEN) 22 of VITROS PHYT Slides For in vitro diagnostic use only. Product Code: 8568040 . VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 is used to calibrate VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems for the quantitative measurement of ACET, CRBM, DGXN, PHBR, and PHYT

Reason for recall

Calibration disk Data Release Version (DRV) 6194 to 6200 contain inappropriate calibration mathematics for VITROS Calibration Kit 9 for calibrating VITROS PHYT Slides, for all lots of slide generation 22 (GEN 22). The erroneous mathematics on the calibration disk prevents the VITROS 250/350 Chemistry System from successfully calibrating, leading to delayed 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-0220-2023
Date reported November 16, 2022
Date initiated October 13, 2022
Recalling firm Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.
Firm location Raritan, NJ
Affected scope 17,396 Units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and Countries (Foreign) including: Australia Bermuda DV04 Bermuda, HM 13 Bermuda, HM08 Brazil Canada L3R 4G5 Chile China Colombia Denmark France Germany India Italy Japan Mexico Norway Portugal Russ…

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

Scale of Impact

17,396 Units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

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What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 -(GEN) 22 of VITROS PHYT Slides For in vitro diagnostic use only. Product Code: 8568040 . VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 is used to calibrate VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems for the quantitative measurement of ACET, CRBM, DGXN, PHBR, and PHYT. Recalled by Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 17,396 Units.
Why was this product recalled?
Calibration disk Data Release Version (DRV) 6194 to 6200 contain inappropriate calibration mathematics for VITROS Calibration Kit 9 for calibrating VITROS PHYT Slides, for all lots of slide generation 22 (GEN 22). The erroneous mathematics on the calibration disk prevents the VITROS 250/350 Chemistry System from successfully calibrating, leading to delayed results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 16, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0220-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and Countries (Foreign) including: Australia Bermuda DV04 Bermuda, HM 13 Bermuda, HM08 Brazil Canada L3R 4G5 Chile China Colombia Denmark France Germany India Italy Japan Mexico Norway Portugal Russia Singapore 609917 Spain Sweden United Kingdom.
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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