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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

iChem VELOCITY Urine Chemistry Strips, REF 800-7212, 100 test strips/vial. The firm name on the label is Beckman Coulter Ireland, Inc., Co. Clare, Ireland, Made in Germany.

Reported: July 10, 2019 Initiated: October 18, 2018 #Z-1937-2019

Product Description

iChem VELOCITY Urine Chemistry Strips, REF 800-7212, 100 test strips/vial. The firm name on the label is Beckman Coulter Ireland, Inc., Co. Clare, Ireland, Made in Germany.

Reason for Recall

Falsely elevated (false positive) urobilinogen patient results due to an increase in the sensitivity of the urobilinogen reaction.

Details

Recalling Firm
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Units Affected
956,798/100 test strip vials
Distribution
Distribution was nationwide, including Puerto Rico. There was also military/government distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan.
Location
Brea, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
iChem VELOCITY Urine Chemistry Strips, REF 800-7212, 100 test strips/vial. The firm name on the label is Beckman Coulter Ireland, Inc., Co. Clare, Ireland, Made in Germany.. Recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc.. Units affected: 956,798/100 test strip vials.
Why was this product recalled?
Falsely elevated (false positive) urobilinogen patient results due to an increase in the sensitivity of the urobilinogen reaction.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 10, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1937-2019.