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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 20, 2016

VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack, REF/Product Code 680 0784, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750000876, IVD; --- Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics Percoed, Bridgend, UK --- Please note: the VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Calibrators, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750000913, REF 680 0863, were included in the communication because they are lot-linked to the Reagent Packs and cannot be used with any other lot of reagent. There is no known failure with the Calibrators. For

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (OCD) confirmed that specific lots of VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack product exhibit an increase in the reaction signal over time pot…

Recall #
Z-2145-2016
Affected scope
US: Lot 6471 - 282, Lot 6480 - 344
Initiated
May 9, 2016
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Ortho-clinical Diagnostics recalled VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack, REF/Product Code 680 0784, Unique Devi… - a low-severity action.

VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack, REF/Product Code 680 0784, Unique Devi… was recalled by Ortho-clinical Diagnostics in July 20, 2016. Reason: Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (OCD) confirmed that specific lots of VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2145-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ortho-clinical Diagnostics issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall-Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (OCD) confirmed that specific lots of VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
July 20, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2145-2016 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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 low severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack, REF/Product Code 680 0784, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750000876, IVD; --- Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics Percoed, Bridgend, UK --- Please note: the VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Calibrators, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750000913, REF 680 0863, were included in the communication because they are lot-linked to the Reagent Packs and cannot be used with any other lot of reagent. There is no known failure with the Calibrators. For the quantitative measurement of alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) concentrations in human serum using the VITROS ECi/ECiQ Immunodiagnostic Systems, the VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System and the VITROS 5600 Integrated System to aid in the management of patients with non-seminomatous testicular cancer.

Reason for recall

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (OCD) confirmed that specific lots of VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack product exhibit an increase in the reaction signal over time potentially resulting in the inability to calibrate and use the product.

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-2145-2016
Date reported July 20, 2016
Date initiated May 9, 2016
Recalling firm Ortho-clinical Diagnostics
Firm location Bridgend
Affected scope US: Lot 6471 - 282, Lot 6480 - 344
Distribution US Nationwide Distribution

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack, REF/Product Code 680 0784, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750000876, IVD; --- Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics Percoed, Bridgend, UK --- Please note: the VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Calibrators, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750000913, REF 680 0863, were included in the communication because they are lot-linked to the Reagent Packs and cannot be used with any other lot of reagent. There is no known failure with the Calibrators. For the quantitative measurement of alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) concentrations in human serum using the VITROS ECi/ECiQ Immunodiagnostic Systems, the VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System and the VITROS 5600 Integrated System to aid in the management of patients with non-seminomatous testicular cancer.. Recalled by Ortho-clinical Diagnostics. Units affected: US: Lot 6471 - 282, Lot 6480 - 344.
Why was this product recalled?
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (OCD) confirmed that specific lots of VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products AFP Reagent Pack product exhibit an increase in the reaction signal over time potentially resulting in the inability to calibrate and use the product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 20, 2016. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-2145-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution.
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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