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Evidence MultiSTAT with software v 3.7-Analyzer intended for the qualitative determination of parent drug molecule and metabolites of drugs in human urine Catalog Number: EV4115

Reported: May 15, 2024 Initiated: April 5, 2024 #Z-1786-2024 40 units units

Randox Laboratories Ltd. issued this FDA Devices recall on May 15, 2024. Classified as Low severity (Class III). Approximately 40 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: Foam gasket on the Evidence MultiSTAT chip heater assembly may not perform as expected. Foam that is not functioning as…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1786-2024) was formally reported on May 15, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 5, 2024. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Ongoing. Randox Laboratories Ltd. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Crumlin (North), N/A. Federal records indicate 40 units units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Foam gasket on the Evidence MultiSTAT chip heater assembly may not perform as expected. Foam that is not functioning as expected may cause light to leak into the Charged Coupled Device (CCD) Camera during imaging. This … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide distribution.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 2 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Low

Units Affected

40 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Evidence MultiSTAT with software v 3.7-Analyzer intended for the qualitative determination of parent drug molecule and metabolites of drugs in human urine Catalog Number: EV4115

Reason for Recall

Foam gasket on the Evidence MultiSTAT chip heater assembly may not perform as expected. Foam that is not functioning as expected may cause light to leak into the Charged Coupled Device (CCD) Camera during imaging. This will affect the testing and may delay in reporting results.

Details

Recalling Firm
Randox Laboratories Ltd.
Units Affected
40 units
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Crumlin (North), N/A

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-1786-2024
Date reported May 15, 2024
Date initiated April 5, 2024
Recalling firm Randox Laboratories Ltd.
Units affected 40 units
Distribution US Nationwide distribution.

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

Scale of Impact

40 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Evidence MultiSTAT with software v 3.7-Analyzer intended for the qualitative determination of parent drug molecule and metabolites of drugs in human urine Catalog Number: EV4115. Recalled by Randox Laboratories Ltd.. Units affected: 40 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Foam gasket on the Evidence MultiSTAT chip heater assembly may not perform as expected. Foam that is not functioning as expected may cause light to leak into the Charged Coupled Device (CCD) Camera during imaging. This will affect the testing and may delay in reporting results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 15, 2024. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-1786-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1786-2024) 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.

Recall Context

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).