| Catalog Number |
08057443190 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
High Test Results (2457); 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 |
10/18/2025
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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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There was an allegation of a questionable cholesterol gen.2 result from the cobas c 303 analytical unit for one patient.The initial result was 439 mg/dl, and the repeat result was 163 mg/dl.The sample was tested in a reference lab and had a result of 163 mg/dl.The questionable result was not reported outside of the laboratory.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The cobas c 303 analytical unit serial number is (b)(6).The investigation is ongoing.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Calibration and qc were within specifications at the time of the event.Therefore, a general reagent or application-related issue is excluded.Gel was found in the sample probe.The sample probe was replaced.The investigation determined the issue was due to pre-analytical handling issues at the customer site.Correct pre-analytic sample handling is within the customer's responsibility.There is no evidence to suggest a malfunction of the device.
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