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FDA Devices recall · Reported January 13, 2021

CoaguChek XS Prof (Professional) Meters- IVD professional healthcare providers for quantitative prothrombin time testing for the monitoring of warfarin therapy. Catalog: 04837975001 Units could consist of any of the following strip configurations: 6 count, 24 count, 2x 24 count (i.e. 48 strips)* *CoaguChek XS 3x48 promo LTC HH Catalog: 06298176001 CoaguChek XS 6x24 promo LTC HH Catalog:08468699001 CoaguChek XS 4x48 promo Catalog: 08468745001 CoaguChek XS 6x48 promo

Possible Misinterpretation of Displayed Measuring Units from INR to %Quick or Seconds; providing instructions to users for ensuring the meter is displaying INR results

Recall #
Z-0803-2021
Affected scope
212,093 units
Initiated
December 2, 2020
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Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. recalled CoaguChek XS Prof (Professional) Meters- IVD professional healthcare providers for quanti… - a moderate-severity action.

CoaguChek XS Prof (Professional) Meters- IVD professional healthcare providers for quanti… was recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. in January 13, 2021. Reason: Possible Misinterpretation of Displayed Measuring Units from INR to %Quick or Seconds; providing instruction…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0803-2021 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Possible Misinterpretation of Displayed Measuring Units from INR to %Quick or Seconds; providing instruction….

Moderate
severity level
212K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
January 13, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0803-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

CoaguChek XS Prof (Professional) Meters- IVD professional healthcare providers for quantitative prothrombin time testing for the monitoring of warfarin therapy. Catalog: 04837975001 Units could consist of any of the following strip configurations: 6 count, 24 count, 2x 24 count (i.e. 48 strips)* *CoaguChek XS 3x48 promo LTC HH Catalog: 06298176001 CoaguChek XS 6x24 promo LTC HH Catalog:08468699001 CoaguChek XS 4x48 promo Catalog: 08468745001 CoaguChek XS 6x48 promo Catalog: 08468753001

Reason for recall

Possible Misinterpretation of Displayed Measuring Units from INR to %Quick or Seconds; providing instructions to users for ensuring the meter is displaying INR 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 Terminated
Recall number Z-0803-2021
Date reported January 13, 2021
Date initiated December 2, 2020
Recalling firm Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
Firm location Indianapolis, IN
Affected scope 212,093 units
Distribution US Nationwide

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

Scale of Impact

212,093 units units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

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

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-0803-2021) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
CoaguChek XS Prof (Professional) Meters- IVD professional healthcare providers for quantitative prothrombin time testing for the monitoring of warfarin therapy. Catalog: 04837975001 Units could consist of any of the following strip configurations: 6 count, 24 count, 2x 24 count (i.e. 48 strips)* *CoaguChek XS 3x48 promo LTC HH Catalog: 06298176001 CoaguChek XS 6x24 promo LTC HH Catalog:08468699001 CoaguChek XS 4x48 promo Catalog: 08468745001 CoaguChek XS 6x48 promo Catalog: 08468753001. Recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.. Units affected: 212,093 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Possible Misinterpretation of Displayed Measuring Units from INR to %Quick or Seconds; providing instructions to users for ensuring the meter is displaying INR results
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 13, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0803-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US 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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