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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 23, 2015

Pointe Scientific autoHDL Reagent H7545 H7545-R1 in a bulk cube container or HDPE plastic bottle H7545-1000 kit includes 1x750 ml of R1 and 1x250 ml of R2 12-H7545-162 kit includes 3x40 ml of R1 and 3x14 ml of R2 HDL600 kit includes 3x40 ml of R1 and 3x14 ml of R2 Kits: HDPE plastic bottle, PP plastic caps. Bulk: PE plastic cube containers, PP plastic caps. Quantitative determination of high density lipoprotein cholesterol in human serum or plasma. In vitro diagnostic use only.

Crystals may be observed in the R1 reagent. Crystals may be a result of the reagent being frozen during transport. The crystals do not impact product performance.

Recall #
Z-2764-2015
Affected scope
H7545-R1, 8.75 L; 12-H7545-162, 4 kits; H7545-1000, 3 kits; HDL600, 6 kits
Initiated
March 13, 2015
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Pointe Scientific, Inc. recalled Pointe Scientific autoHDL Reagent H7545 H7545-R1 in a bulk cube container or HDPE plas… - a low-severity action.

Pointe Scientific autoHDL Reagent H7545 H7545-R1 in a bulk cube container or HDPE plas… was recalled by Pointe Scientific, Inc. in September 23, 2015. Reason: Crystals may be observed in the R1 reagent. Crystals may be a result of the reagent being frozen during trans…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2764-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Pointe Scientific, Inc. issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall-Crystals may be observed in the R1 reagent. Crystals may be a result of the reagent being frozen during trans….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
September 23, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2764-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2764-2015) was formally reported on September 23, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 13, 2015. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Pointe Scientific, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Canton, MI. Federal records list the affected scope as H7545-R1, 8.75 L; 12-H7545-162, 4 kits; H7545-1000, 3 kits; HDL600, 6 kits.

The documented reason for this recall is: Crystals may be observed in the R1 reagent. Crystals may be a result of the reagent being frozen during transport. The crystals do not impact product performance. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US including MI, FL, CA, TX, CT, PR and Internationally to Canada.. Distribution scope 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, 3 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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Severity

Low

Affected scope

H7545-R1, 8.75 L; 12-H7545-162, 4 kits; H7545-1000, 3 kits; HDL600, 6 kits

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Pointe Scientific autoHDL Reagent H7545 H7545-R1 in a bulk cube container or HDPE plastic bottle H7545-1000 kit includes 1x750 ml of R1 and 1x250 ml of R2 12-H7545-162 kit includes 3x40 ml of R1 and 3x14 ml of R2 HDL600 kit includes 3x40 ml of R1 and 3x14 ml of R2 Kits: HDPE plastic bottle, PP plastic caps. Bulk: PE plastic cube containers, PP plastic caps. Quantitative determination of high density lipoprotein cholesterol in human serum or plasma. In vitro diagnostic use only.

Reason for recall

Crystals may be observed in the R1 reagent. Crystals may be a result of the reagent being frozen during transport. The crystals do not impact product performance.

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-2764-2015
Date reported September 23, 2015
Date initiated March 13, 2015
Recalling firm Pointe Scientific, Inc.
Firm location Canton, MI
Affected scope H7545-R1, 8.75 L; 12-H7545-162, 4 kits; H7545-1000, 3 kits; HDL600, 6 kits
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US including MI, FL, CA, TX, CT, PR and Internationally to Canada.

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

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Pointe Scientific autoHDL Reagent H7545 H7545-R1 in a bulk cube container or HDPE plastic bottle H7545-1000 kit includes 1x750 ml of R1 and 1x250 ml of R2 12-H7545-162 kit includes 3x40 ml of R1 and 3x14 ml of R2 HDL600 kit includes 3x40 ml of R1 and 3x14 ml of R2 Kits: HDPE plastic bottle, PP plastic caps. Bulk: PE plastic cube containers, PP plastic caps. Quantitative determination of high density lipoprotein cholesterol in human serum or plasma. In vitro diagnostic use only.. Recalled by Pointe Scientific, Inc.. Units affected: H7545-R1, 8.75 L; 12-H7545-162, 4 kits; H7545-1000, 3 kits; HDL600, 6 kits.
Why was this product recalled?
Crystals may be observed in the R1 reagent. Crystals may be a result of the reagent being frozen during transport. The crystals do not impact product performance.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 23, 2015. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-2764-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US including MI, FL, CA, TX, CT, PR and Internationally to Canada..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2764-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported September 23, 2015. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.