Catalog Number 03L80-31 |
Device Problem
High Test Results (2457)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 08/02/2016 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An evaluation is in process.A follow up report will be submitted when the evaluation is complete.
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Event Description
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The customer observed falsely depressed co2 results on the architect c16000 analyzer.The following data was provided: initial 13.4, repeat 18.4, 22 meq/l.There was no impact to patient management reported.Neat sample - 13.4: when the sample was diluted, one part sample to one part saline, the final (calculated) result was 18.4.When the sample was diluted, one part sample to two parts saline, the final (calculated) result was 22.The patients acidosis is normal on blood gas analysis with a normal blood ph and bicarbonate result.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Further investigation of the customer issue included a review of the complaint text, a search for similar complaints, review of instrument logs and a review of labeling.No adverse trend was identified for the customer's issue.Labeling was reviewed and found to be adequate.Based on all available information and abbott diagnostics' complaint investigation, the assay and analyzer performed as intended and no product deficiency was identified.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The conclusion code was corrected to (b)(4).The device evaluation was reassessed and concluded that a malfunction occurred, therefore, the device was not performing as intended, however, no systemic issue or product deficiency was identified.Additionally, the incorrect manufacturing site was identified on 5/18/2017.Manufacturing report 1628664-2017-00235 has been submitted and all further information will be documented in that report.
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