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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

CoaguChek XS Plus System The CoaguChek XS Plus system for use by professional healthcare providers for quantitative prothrombin time testing for the monitoring of warfarin therapy.

Reported: July 3, 2013 Initiated: May 16, 2013 #Z-1583-2013

Product Description

CoaguChek XS Plus System The CoaguChek XS Plus system for use by professional healthcare providers for quantitative prothrombin time testing for the monitoring of warfarin therapy.

Reason for Recall

Roche has confirmed the potential for an undetected elevated INR test result with the CoaguChek XS, CoaguChek XS Plus, and CoaguChek XS Pro meters. In rare cases, instead of a value, an ERROR 6 message is displayed.

Details

Units Affected
3343 meters
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Location
Indianapolis, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
CoaguChek XS Plus System The CoaguChek XS Plus system for use by professional healthcare providers for quantitative prothrombin time testing for the monitoring of warfarin therapy.. Recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.. Units affected: 3343 meters.
Why was this product recalled?
Roche has confirmed the potential for an undetected elevated INR test result with the CoaguChek XS, CoaguChek XS Plus, and CoaguChek XS Pro meters. In rare cases, instead of a value, an ERROR 6 message is displayed.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 3, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1583-2013.