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FDA Devices Critical Class I Terminated

Magellan Diagnostics LeadCare Ultra Blood Lead Test Kits Part Number: 80-0010

Reported: May 24, 2017 Initiated: November 29, 2014 #Z-1926-2017

Product Description

Magellan Diagnostics LeadCare Ultra Blood Lead Test Kits Part Number: 80-0010

Reason for Recall

LeadCare Plus and LeadCare Ultra Blood Lead Testing Systems may generate falsely low lead concentrations in some blood samples. The issue is observed when blood samples are collected in tubes with lavender and tan rubber stoppers of the Becton Dickinson EDTA Vacutainer tubes, a collection device used with the testing system.

Details

Units Affected
1016
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Location
North Billerica, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Magellan Diagnostics LeadCare Ultra Blood Lead Test Kits Part Number: 80-0010. Recalled by Magellan Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 1016.
Why was this product recalled?
LeadCare Plus and LeadCare Ultra Blood Lead Testing Systems may generate falsely low lead concentrations in some blood samples. The issue is observed when blood samples are collected in tubes with lavender and tan rubber stoppers of the Becton Dickinson EDTA Vacutainer tubes, a collection device used with the testing system.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 24, 2017. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1926-2017.