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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 6, 2016

Access Free T3 Assay, Ref No. A13422 The Access Free T3 assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative determination of free triiodothyronine levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems.

Demonstrate an upward shift in patient results.

Recall #
Z-2108-2016
Affected scope
205,744 kits total (13,358 kits in US)
Initiated
June 8, 2016
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Beckman Coulter Inc. recalled Access Free T3 Assay, Ref No. A13422 The Access Free T3 assay is a paramagnetic partic… - a moderate-severity action.

Access Free T3 Assay, Ref No. A13422 The Access Free T3 assay is a paramagnetic partic… was recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc. in July 6, 2016. Reason: Demonstrate an upward shift in patient results.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2108-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Beckman Coulter Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Demonstrate an upward shift in patient results..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
July 6, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2108-2016 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

Access Free T3 Assay, Ref No. A13422 The Access Free T3 assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative determination of free triiodothyronine levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems.

Reason for recall

Demonstrate an upward shift in patient results.

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-2108-2016
Date reported July 6, 2016
Date initiated June 8, 2016
Recalling firm Beckman Coulter Inc.
Firm location Brea, CA
Affected scope 205,744 kits total (13,358 kits in US)
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution and to the countries of : Algeria, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croat…

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?
Access Free T3 Assay, Ref No. A13422 The Access Free T3 assay is a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative determination of free triiodothyronine levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems.. Recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc.. Units affected: 205,744 kits total (13,358 kits in US).
Why was this product recalled?
Demonstrate an upward shift in patient results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 6, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2108-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution and to the countries of : Algeria, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, France, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Guam, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Lithuania, Macao, Malaysia, Mayotte, Mexico, Morocco, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Venezuela, Viet Nam, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
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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