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The complaint investigation for falsely elevated alinity i stat high sensitivity troponin-i results included a review of data and information provided by the customer, search for similar complaints, ticket trending review, labeling review, device history record review, and in house testing.Data and information provided by the customer were reviewed and support the complaint issue.A search for similar complaints identified an increase in complaint activity for lot 87188ud00, however, no increase in complaint activity was identified for list number 4z21.In-house accuracy testing was completed using panels which mimic patient samples using an in-house retained kit of lot 87188ud00 stored at the recommended storage condition.All specifications were met, indicating the lot is performing acceptably.The device history record review did not identify any non-conformances, potential nonconformances, or deviations for the lot number and complaint issue.Labeling was reviewed which adequately addresses the current issue.Per product labelling, for accurate results, plasma specimens should be free of fibrin, red blood cells, and other particulate matter, including cryoprecipitate.If the specimens contain fibrin, red blood cells, or other particulate matter, centrifuge at a relative centrifugal force (rcf) of 3,000 to 3,500 x g for 30 minutes before testing to ensure consistency in results.Additionally, per product labeling, results should be used in conjunction with other diagnostic information such as ecg, clinical observations and information, and patient symptoms to aid in the diagnosis of mi.Based on the investigation, no systemic issue or deficiency with the alinity i stat high sensitivity troponin-i assay for lot 87188ud00 was identified.All available patient information was included.Additional patient details are not available.
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