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Clarity Urocheck 10SG Urinalysis Strips, Model # DTG-10SG Product Usage: Clarity 10SG Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) are for the qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of the following analytes in urine: Glucose, Bilirubin, Ketone (Acetoacetic acid), Specific Gravity, Blood, pH, Protein, Urobilinogen, Nitrite and Leukocytes. The Clarity Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) are for single use in professional near-patient (point-of-care) and centralized laboratory locations, and are inten

Reported: August 22, 2018 Initiated: June 22, 2018 #Z-2786-2018 7536 Bottles units

Clarity Diagnostics Llc issued this FDA Devices recall on August 22, 2018. Classified as Low severity (Class III). Approximately 7536 Bottles units are affected. The recall was issued because: Clarity Diagnostics LLC discovered specific lots of Clarity 10SG Strips are not compatible for use in the Clarity Uroc…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2786-2018) was formally reported on August 22, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 22, 2018. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Clarity Diagnostics Llc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Boca Raton, FL. Federal records indicate 7536 Bottles units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Clarity Diagnostics LLC discovered specific lots of Clarity 10SG Strips are not compatible for use in the Clarity Urocheck 120 Urine Analyzers, due to lack of Canister Code Bar Code Label. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of AZ, MA, SC, WA. and the country of Austria.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 8 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Low

Units Affected

7536 Bottles

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Clarity Urocheck 10SG Urinalysis Strips, Model # DTG-10SG Product Usage: Clarity 10SG Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) are for the qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of the following analytes in urine: Glucose, Bilirubin, Ketone (Acetoacetic acid), Specific Gravity, Blood, pH, Protein, Urobilinogen, Nitrite and Leukocytes. The Clarity Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) are for single use in professional near-patient (point-of-care) and centralized laboratory locations, and are intended for professional use only. The strips are intended for use in screening at-risk patients to assist diagnosis in the following areas: kidney function, urinary tract infections, carbohydrate metabolism (e.g. diabetes mellitus), liver function, acid-base balance and urine concentration. The results can be used along with other diagnostic information to rule out certain disease states and to determine if microscopic analysis is needed. The Clarity 10SG Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) can be read visually , on the Clarity Urocheck 120 Urine Analyzers , and on the Clarity Urocheck 120C Urine Analyzers.

Reason for Recall

Clarity Diagnostics LLC discovered specific lots of Clarity 10SG Strips are not compatible for use in the Clarity Urocheck 120 Urine Analyzers, due to lack of Canister Code Bar Code Label.

Details

Recalling Firm
Clarity Diagnostics Llc
Units Affected
7536 Bottles
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of AZ, MA, SC, WA. and the country of Austria.
Location
Boca Raton, FL

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-2786-2018
Date reported August 22, 2018
Date initiated June 22, 2018
Recalling firm Clarity Diagnostics Llc
Units affected 7536 Bottles
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of AZ, MA, SC, WA. and the country of Austria.

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

Scale of Impact

7536 Bottles units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Clarity Urocheck 10SG Urinalysis Strips, Model # DTG-10SG Product Usage: Clarity 10SG Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) are for the qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of the following analytes in urine: Glucose, Bilirubin, Ketone (Acetoacetic acid), Specific Gravity, Blood, pH, Protein, Urobilinogen, Nitrite and Leukocytes. The Clarity Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) are for single use in professional near-patient (point-of-care) and centralized laboratory locations, and are intended for professional use only. The strips are intended for use in screening at-risk patients to assist diagnosis in the following areas: kidney function, urinary tract infections, carbohydrate metabolism (e.g. diabetes mellitus), liver function, acid-base balance and urine concentration. The results can be used along with other diagnostic information to rule out certain disease states and to determine if microscopic analysis is needed. The Clarity 10SG Urinalysis Reagent Strips (Urine) can be read visually , on the Clarity Urocheck 120 Urine Analyzers , and on the Clarity Urocheck 120C Urine Analyzers.. Recalled by Clarity Diagnostics Llc. Units affected: 7536 Bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Clarity Diagnostics LLC discovered specific lots of Clarity 10SG Strips are not compatible for use in the Clarity Urocheck 120 Urine Analyzers, due to lack of Canister Code Bar Code Label.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 22, 2018. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-2786-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of AZ, MA, SC, WA. and the country of Austria..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2786-2018) 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.

Recall Context

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).