| Model Number |
METRIX AIR |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Displays Incorrect Message (2591)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
01/21/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal report # (b)(4).Returned meter evaluated with no defect found.Returned test strips evaluated with defect found.Qc investigation on 5/25/2017 resulted in defect found; returned test strips produce high readings and the event was determined to be reportable.Most likely underlying root cause of high control results and e-5 errors are due to improper storage: vial left open for an extended period of time.Test strip udi# (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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Consumer complaint of e-3 error; test strip error.E-3 error occurred upon insertion of test strip into meter port.Customer feels well and observed no symptoms.Medical intervention is not reported at the time of the call on (b)(6) 2017, as a result of the meter's readings.Blood test performed fasting during call on (b)(6) 2017 produced result of e-3 upon insertion of test strip into meter port.Verified storage of product is not within instructed specification since they are retained in the kitchen.Test strip lot manufacturer's expiration date is 01/19/2018 and open vial date is undisclosed.The customer does not have control solution available to perform control test.Adverse event not reported.
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