| Catalog Number |
05889057160 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Incorrect Measurement (1383); High Test Results (2457)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/26/2023
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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 stated they received discrepant results for one patient sample tested with the elecsys tacrolimus assay on cobas e 411 analyzers (rack system).The sample was initially tested on cobas e 411, serial number: (b)(4), and resulted in a tacrolimus value of 30 ng/ml, accompanied by a data flag.The sample was repeated on cobas e 411, serial number: (b)(4), and resulted in a tacrolimus value of 10.89ng/ml.It is unknown which result was deemed correct.No questionable result was reported outside of the laboratory.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The field service engineer checked both analyzers.He replaced parts including the bead mixer motor and tubes.Calibration, quality control, and precision testing were performed; all results were within specifications.Correlation studies were performed and showed similar results.The investigation is ongoing.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The last calibration performed on (b)(6) 2023 was acceptable with no alarms.The investigation determined the service actions performed resolved the issue.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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