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Atellica CH Lithium_2 (LITH_2), Siemens Material Number 11532401. in vitro diagnostic assay

FDA device recall Z-0104-2023 · posted 2022-10-20 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Reason for recall
Potential for falsely elevated LITH_2 and Li results on the Atellica CH 930 Analyzer. In the worst case, there is a potential for erroneously elevated lithium patient results, which may lead to inappropriate dosage adjustment, potentially affecting treatment efficacy.
Action taken
On September 19, 2022, the firm issued an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter to affected customers. Customers should take the following actions: -Please review this letter with your Medical Director. -Discontinue use of and discard the affected product. Siemens is temporarily discontinuing production and distribution of the Atellica CH lithium reagents until the issue is resolved. In the interim, Siemens is recommending that customers transition to an alternate lithium assay.
Root cause
Under Investigation by firm
Status
Open, Classified
Product code
NDW
Quantity affected
1342 US; 2266 OUS
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide.
Date initiated
2022-09-19
Date posted
2022-10-20
Location
Tarrytown, NY

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