| Model Number |
TRUEMETRIX |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
High Test Results (2457)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Nausea (1970); Weakness (2145)
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| Date of Event |
10/03/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Returned meter evaluated with no defect found.Returned test strips evaluated with defect found.Qc investigation on 10/19/2017 returned test strips produce high readings.Most likely underlying root cause of high readings are due to improper storage: strips left outside of vial for an extended period of time test strip udi# (b)(4).Note: manufacturer contacted customer on (b)(4) /2017 in a follow-up call in order to ensure the customer's condition since the initial call; customer's condition improved and they no longer have any diabetic symptoms.On (b)(6) 2017, the customer's wife drove him to the hospital where he was diagnosed with hyperglycemia (500mg/dl non- fasting).He was treated with iv fluids and they suggested that he followed up with his doctor.He was later discharged on (b)(6) 2017.Customer is satisfied with the replacement product.
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Event or Problem Description
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Consumer reported complaint for high blood glucose results accompanied by symptoms.The customer is concerned with all of the results obtained.The expected fasting blood glucose test result range is 200-220mg/dl.The customer did report symptoms of nauseous, weak and tired.Medical attention is reported as a result of the actual blood glucose results and reported symptoms.The product is not stored by customer according to specification in the kitchen.The test strip lot manufacturer's expiration date is 12/22/2018 and open vial date is (b)(6) 2017.The meter memory was reviewed for previous test result history: result 1: 234mg/dl date: (b)(6) 2017 time: 5:40pm fasting.Result 2: 262 mg/dl date: (b)(6) 2017time: 5:37pm fasting.Result 3: 290 mg/dl date: (b)(6) 2017 time: 5:36pm fasting.Result 4: 226 mg/dl date: (b)(6) 2017 time: 11:52am fasting.Result 5: 277 mg/dl date: (b)(6) 2017time: 7:09 am fasting.Customer states that him and his wife changed his diet but meter keeps reading higher than expected.Concerned with all of the results.
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