FDA Recall Terminated

LDX Optical Check Cassettes (OCC) Model Number: 10-228 and 14-535 Cassette in box with foam insert. The cassette is used to check the optics system of the LDX analyzer. Product Usage: The Optics Check Cassette is used to check the optics system of the Alere Cholestech LDX Analyzer. It is run once a day before patient samples are tested and after the analyzer has been moved or serviced.

Recall: Z-2778-2016 · Initiated August 2, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2778-2016
Event Number
74940
Firm
Alere San Diego, Inc.
FEI Number
1000125596
Product Code
LBS
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging
Initiated
August 2, 2016
Terminated
October 28, 2016
Address
9975 Summers Ridge Rd, San Diego, CA, 92121-2997

Description

LDX Optical Check Cassettes (OCC) Model Number: 10-228 and 14-535 Cassette in box with foam insert. The cassette is used to check the optics system of the LDX analyzer. Product Usage: The Optics Check Cassette is used to check the optics system of the Alere Cholestech LDX Analyzer. It is run once a day before patient samples are tested and after the analyzer has been moved or serviced.

Reason

Incorrect expiration date on the magnetic strip that does not match the labeled expiration date.

Action

Alere issued a recall notification to customers via telephone and email. Customers was informed of the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed if they have the affected lot contact the Alere technical service department at 877-308-8289 to report this lot and receive a free replacement. For questions call 877-308-8289 and reference their specific case number.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - U.S Nationwide in the states of: TN, MA, GA, OK, VA, FL, TN, MO, AL, TX, IL, NY, VT, RI, KY, WI, AL, NC, LA, SD, TX, VA, MI, MN, IN, IA, CA, AR, PA, HI, WV, KS, CO, CT, UT and the countries of Japan, England, Canada

Quantity

12,951