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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 25, 2025

STA - Owren Koller. Model/Catalog Number: 00360 STA - Owren-Koller is a buffer solution intended for use as a diluent for reagents and human plasmas in coagulation tests performed with analyzers of the STA-R, STA Compact, STA Satellite and ST art families.

Potential for shorter clotting times in clotting tests which have a dilution, leading to possible overestimate of around 1%

Recall #
Z-1993-2025
Affected scope
939 US ( 2,810 total worldwide)
Initiated
May 21, 2025
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Diagnostica Stago, Inc. recalled STA - Owren Koller. Model/Catalog Number: 00360 STA - Owren-Koller is a buffer solutio… - a moderate-severity action.

STA - Owren Koller. Model/Catalog Number: 00360 STA - Owren-Koller is a buffer solutio… was recalled by Diagnostica Stago, Inc. in June 25, 2025. Reason: Potential for shorter clotting times in clotting tests which have a dilution, leading to possible overestimat…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1993-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Diagnostica Stago, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential for shorter clotting times in clotting tests which have a dilution, leading to possible overestimat….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
June 25, 2025
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1993-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

STA - Owren Koller. Model/Catalog Number: 00360 STA - Owren-Koller is a buffer solution intended for use as a diluent for reagents and human plasmas in coagulation tests performed with analyzers of the STA-R, STA Compact, STA Satellite and ST art families.

Reason for recall

Potential for shorter clotting times in clotting tests which have a dilution, leading to possible overestimate of around 1%

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-1993-2025
Date reported June 25, 2025
Date initiated May 21, 2025
Recalling firm Diagnostica Stago, Inc.
Firm location Parsippany, NJ
Affected scope 939 US ( 2,810 total worldwide)
Distribution The affected lot was distributed to customers in various US states in October and November 2024. The lot was also distributed in other countries including Canada. The lot was provided to two Distributors in US Territories: MedPharm Corp …

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

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
STA - Owren Koller. Model/Catalog Number: 00360 STA - Owren-Koller is a buffer solution intended for use as a diluent for reagents and human plasmas in coagulation tests performed with analyzers of the STA-R, STA Compact, STA Satellite and ST art families.. Recalled by Diagnostica Stago, Inc.. Units affected: 939 US ( 2,810 total worldwide).
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for shorter clotting times in clotting tests which have a dilution, leading to possible overestimate of around 1%
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 25, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1993-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: The affected lot was distributed to customers in various US states in October and November 2024. The lot was also distributed in other countries including Canada. The lot was provided to two Distributors in US Territories: MedPharm Corp (Guam) and Isla Lab Products (Puerto Rico); MedPharm will be notified by Stago's Asia-Pacific business unit in the coming days and is not part of this report..
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.

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