| Model Number |
METRIX AIR |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
High Test Results (2457)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
04/25/2018
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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 5/10/2018 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) 2018 in a follow-up call to ensure that the replacement products resolved the initial concern; customer stated that the replacement product is working to their satisfaction and they have not had any medical intervention or symptoms since the last call.
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Event or Problem Description
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Consumer reported complaint for high blood glucose test results.The customer is concerned with tests results from meter to meter comparison of 164 mg/dl using truemetrix air meter and 126 mg/dl using another device, and from results obtained of 246 and 275 mg/dl.The customer's expected fasting blood glucose test result range is 140 - 160 mg/dl.Customer also stated that at a routine doctor's appointment, the truemetrix air meter read higher than the doctor's meter; actual meter to meter comparison results were not provided.The customer feels well and did not report any symptoms.Medical attention is not reported as a result of the actual blood glucose results.Customer was advised of proper testing technique and not to use alcohol pads.During the call on (b)(6) 2018, a back to back blood test was performed by the customer fasting and produced test results of 135 mg/dl and 136 mg/dl using truemetrix air meter.The product is stored according to specification in the living room.The test strip lot manufacturer's expiration date is 06/19/2018 and open vial date is a few days at time of call.The meter memory was reviewed for previous test result history: (b)(6).
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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