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The Alere Cholestech LDX high sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hsCRP) Test Cassette, Model Number 12-807. Product Usage:

FDA device recall Z-1178-2013 · posted 2013-04-25 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Alere San Diego, Inc.
Reason for recall
The Alere Cholestech LDX hsCRP cassette (PN 12-807) may have increased imprecision relative to the performance data in the package insert, which may cause differences in quantitative results for hsCRP compared to a reference method or repeat testing on the same patient sample.
Action taken
Alere sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated March 6, 2013 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to block all stock of the affected lot in their warehouses; discontinue use and discard all stock on hand, complete the provided Customer Verification form to document disposal, contact their primary consignees and advise them of the required discontinuation and disposal of the affected lot. For question call 877-308-8289.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
DCK
Quantity affected
2333 kits
Distribution
USA Nationwide Distribution
Date initiated
2013-03-06
Date posted
2013-04-25
Date terminated
2014-03-12
Location
San Diego, CA

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Related 510(k) clearances

RecordFirmDate
CHOLETECH LDX HIGH-SENSITIVITY C-REACTIVE PROTEIN (HS-CRP) (K040579)Cholestech Corp.2004-06-18