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FDA Devices recall · Reported March 18, 2020

Randox Laboratories Ltd. Catalogue Number CQ5052, Lot Number 4244CK (relabeled as Response Biomedical Catalogue Number C2003-2, Lot #070318) IFU: "RAMP Cardiac Controls *** CAT. No.: C2003-2 *** Size: 3 x 3 ML". Product Usage: use in the quality control of cardiac marker assays run on the RAMP¿ platform.

The form received three complaints related to the user obtaining a result that fell below the target range for CK-MB provided in the RAMP Cardiac Controls Instructions for Use. Vi…

Recall #
Z-1461-2020
Affected scope
543 units
Initiated
March 15, 2019
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Response Biomedical Corp. recalled Randox Laboratories Ltd. Catalogue Number CQ5052, Lot Number 4244CK (relabeled as Respons… - a moderate-severity action.

Randox Laboratories Ltd. Catalogue Number CQ5052, Lot Number 4244CK (relabeled as Respons… was recalled by Response Biomedical Corp. in March 18, 2020. Reason: The form received three complaints related to the user obtaining a result that fell below the target range fo…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1461-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Response Biomedical Corp. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The form received three complaints related to the user obtaining a result that fell below the target range fo….

Moderate
severity level
543 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
March 18, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1461-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1461-2020) was formally reported on March 18, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 15, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Response Biomedical Corp. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Vancouver. Federal records list the affected scope as 543 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: The form received three complaints related to the user obtaining a result that fell below the target range for CK-MB provided in the RAMP Cardiac Controls Instructions for Use. Via in-house monitoring, determined that l… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution: US Nationwide distributions in the states of IN, GA, OK, KS, AZ, SC, NE, NC, MI, FL, CA, MN, and AR. Countries of Canada, Italy, Malaysia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Ukraine, Russia, Dominica…. Distribution scope 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, 3 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 - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

543 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Randox Laboratories Ltd. Catalogue Number CQ5052, Lot Number 4244CK (relabeled as Response Biomedical Catalogue Number C2003-2, Lot #070318) IFU: "RAMP Cardiac Controls *** CAT. No.: C2003-2 *** Size: 3 x 3 ML". Product Usage: use in the quality control of cardiac marker assays run on the RAMP¿ platform.

Reason for recall

The form received three complaints related to the user obtaining a result that fell below the target range for CK-MB provided in the RAMP Cardiac Controls Instructions for Use. Via in-house monitoring, determined that liquid Cardiac Control has seen a decrease in CK-MB Levels of up to 57% signal loss within 11 months. Shelf-life of product is 24 months.

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-1461-2020
Date reported March 18, 2020
Date initiated March 15, 2019
Recalling firm Response Biomedical Corp.
Firm location Vancouver
Affected scope 543 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution: US Nationwide distributions in the states of IN, GA, OK, KS, AZ, SC, NE, NC, MI, FL, CA, MN, and AR. Countries of Canada, Italy, Malaysia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Ukraine, Russia, Dominican Republic, France, …

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

Scale of Impact

543 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

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

  • Check the recall number (Z-1461-2020) 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?
Randox Laboratories Ltd. Catalogue Number CQ5052, Lot Number 4244CK (relabeled as Response Biomedical Catalogue Number C2003-2, Lot #070318) IFU: "RAMP Cardiac Controls *** CAT. No.: C2003-2 *** Size: 3 x 3 ML". Product Usage: use in the quality control of cardiac marker assays run on the RAMP¿ platform.. Recalled by Response Biomedical Corp.. Units affected: 543 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The form received three complaints related to the user obtaining a result that fell below the target range for CK-MB provided in the RAMP Cardiac Controls Instructions for Use. Via in-house monitoring, determined that liquid Cardiac Control has seen a decrease in CK-MB Levels of up to 57% signal loss within 11 months. Shelf-life of product is 24 months.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 18, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1461-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution: US Nationwide distributions in the states of IN, GA, OK, KS, AZ, SC, NE, NC, MI, FL, CA, MN, and AR. Countries of Canada, Italy, Malaysia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Ukraine, Russia, Dominican Republic, France, Mexico, Colombia, Singapore, China, Serbia, Romania, and Philippine..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1461-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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