Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported June 1, 2016
When testing was conducted using certain lots, VITROS¿ Systems generated results within the measuring range for samples known to not contain measurable hCG. The system reported re…
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics recalled 1) VITROS¿ Immunodiagnostic Products Total Beta-hCG II Reagent Pack (Unique Device Ident… - a moderate-severity action.
1) VITROS¿ Immunodiagnostic Products Total Beta-hCG II Reagent Pack (Unique Device Ident… was recalled by Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics in June 1, 2016. Reason: When testing was conducted using certain lots, VITROS¿ Systems generated results within the measuring range f…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1700-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-When testing was conducted using certain lots, VITROS¿ Systems generated results within the measuring range f….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1700-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1700-2016) was formally reported on June 1, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 18, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Rochester, NY. Federal records list the affected scope as 14,780 pieces.
The documented reason for this recall is: When testing was conducted using certain lots, VITROS¿ Systems generated results within the measuring range for samples known to not contain measurable hCG. The system reported results up to approximately 7.40 mIU/mL (I… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution.. 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
14,780 pieces
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
1) VITROS¿ Immunodiagnostic Products Total Beta-hCG II Reagent Pack (Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750002320, 20758750002327) and the 2)VITROS¿ Immunodiagnostic Products Total Beta-hCG II Calibrators (Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750002337, 20758750002334); For quantitative measurement of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and its beta subunit in human serum and plasma.
When testing was conducted using certain lots, VITROS¿ Systems generated results within the measuring range for samples known to not contain measurable hCG. The system reported results up to approximately 7.40 mIU/mL (IU/L) for patient samples that should have been less than the measuring range of the assay (<2.39 mIU/mL (IU/L)).
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1700-2016 |
| Date reported | June 1, 2016 |
| Date initiated | February 18, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics |
| Firm location | Rochester, NY |
| Affected scope | 14,780 pieces |
| Distribution | Nationwide Distribution. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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