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Device product

Siemens Dimension Vista(R) Homocysteine Flex(R) Reagent Cartridge This is an in vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of total homocysteine (HCYS) in human serum, heparinized plasma, and EDTA plasma on the Dimension Vista(R) System. Measurements of homocysteine aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients suspected of having hyperhomocysteinemia and homocystinuria.

Z-0253-2013

August 03, 2012

Class III

Product summary

Firm
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Event
Event 62833
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class III
Quantity
583 cartons
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0253-2013

Official wording

Reason: Cartridges are leaking. The leaking is observed when opening the wrapper that holds the reagent cartridge.

Code information: Lot numbers 12062MA, exp 12/01/2012; and 12066MA, exp 12/05/2012

Distribution pattern: USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, IA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA and WI.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Cartridges are leaking. The leaking is observed when opening the wrapper that holds the reagent cartridge.