| Catalog Number |
08057591190 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Low Test Results (2458); Non Reproducible Results (4029)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
03/01/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The analyzer serial number is (b)(6).The investigation reviewed the system's alarm trace and a high amount of abnormal aspiration alarms were found, which are indicators of possible preanalytical handling issues.The investigation is ongoing.
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Event or Problem Description
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There was an allegation of questionable tina-quant c-reactive protein iv results for 1 patient sample on a cobas c 303 analytical unit.The initial result was 362 mg/l (with a data flag).The sample was automatically diluted and the result was 34.9 mg/l.The sample was repeated and the result was 366 (with a data flag).The sample was automatically diluted and the result was 392 mg/l.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The qc data demonstrated imprecision.The field service representative checked and replaced the sample probe.No improvements were observed.The investigation reviewed the preanalytic's and found that 5 ml bd advanced sst ii tubes with separation gel were used and the centrifugation time is only 5 minutes at 2880 g, which is likely insufficient.The issue is consistent with inadequate preanalytical handling.No general product issue was found, the product meets specification.
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