| Model Number |
C502 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings (1535); Low Test Results (2458)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/17/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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The initial reporter questioned low results for 10 patient samples tested for online tdm valproic acid (valp2) on a cobas 8000 c 502 module.For all 10 patient samples, the initial result was 0.1 ug/ml with a data flag.When the samples were repeated, the results were "much higher." the customer provided specific results for 1 patient sample.The initial result was 0.1 ug/ml with a data flag.The repeat result was 74.9 ug/ml.The questionable low results were reported outside of the laboratory.The valp2 reagent lot number was 63608501 with an expiration date of 30-nov-2023.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The field service engineer (fse) adjusted the gear pump head, sample probe wash, and the reaction disk light pass.The fse performed a 21-cup precision with acceptable results.The customer calibrated and ran qc with acceptable results.The system was operating within specification.The investigation is ongoing.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Calibration was last performed on (b)(6) 2023 with acceptable results.Qc was acceptable.There was no indication of a reagent performance issue.The service actions resolved the issue.
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