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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Siemens epoc BGEM Test Card-In vitro diagnostic device for the quantitative testing of samples of heparinized or un-anticoagulated arterial, venous or capillary whole blood in the laboratory or at the point of care SMN#/Model #: 10736382

Reported: September 23, 2020 Initiated: August 28, 2020 #Z-2970-2020

Product Description

Siemens epoc BGEM Test Card-In vitro diagnostic device for the quantitative testing of samples of heparinized or un-anticoagulated arterial, venous or capillary whole blood in the laboratory or at the point of care SMN#/Model #: 10736382

Reason for Recall

Sporadically inconsistent discrepant (low bias) glucose results on card lot 01-20095-10. Potential exists for a delay in diagnosis of hyperglycemia or unnecessary treatment for hypoglycemia.

Details

Units Affected
463 boxes (50 test cards/box )
Distribution
Nationwide Foreign: Canada
Location
Norwood, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Siemens epoc BGEM Test Card-In vitro diagnostic device for the quantitative testing of samples of heparinized or un-anticoagulated arterial, venous or capillary whole blood in the laboratory or at the point of care SMN#/Model #: 10736382. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. Units affected: 463 boxes (50 test cards/box ).
Why was this product recalled?
Sporadically inconsistent discrepant (low bias) glucose results on card lot 01-20095-10. Potential exists for a delay in diagnosis of hyperglycemia or unnecessary treatment for hypoglycemia.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 23, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2970-2020.