| Model Number |
TRUEMETRIX |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings (1535)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Hyperglycemia (1905); Elevated ketones/Diabetic Ketoacidosis (2364)
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| Date of Event |
10/11/2018
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(manufacturer narrative = t, corrected data = f) (b)(4).Returned meter and returned test strips evaluated with no defects found.Most likely underlying root cause: mlc-53- user's misunderstanding of the meaning of erratic results.Test strip udi# (b)(4).Note: manufacturer contacted customer on 10/29/2018 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 erratic blood glucose results.Mother is calling on behalf of the customer.The customer is concerned with results obtained of 383 and 418mg/dl.The expected fasting blood glucose test result range was 200 to 300mg/dl.Customer did not report symptoms.Medical attention is reported as a result of the actual blood glucose results.The product is stored by customer according to specification in the bedroom.During the call on (b)(6) 2018, a back to back blood test was performed fasting by the customer and produced test results of 140 and 142mg/dl using true metrix meter.The test strip lot manufacturer's expiration date is 04/30/2019 and open vial date is three weeks ago.The meter memory was reviewed for previous test result history: (date/time not stored correctly) (b)(6).Mother is concerned with back to back test performed prior to emergency visit.Customer obtained 383mg/dl and 418mg/dl fasting on (b)(6) 2018.Customer was performing back to back test incorrectly from two hands with different finger pricks.Customer is not concerned with the results being high.Customer had symptoms of hyperglycemia of vomiting throughout the night before going to emergency room.While at the emergency room her blood sugar read in 400'smg/dl fasting.Daughter was treated for ketoacidosis on (b)(6) 2018 and released on (b)(6) 2018.Customer has a new meter and new strips.Old strips were discarded.Mother states readings are more stable since levemir began.Mother will send back new strips for investigation.Customer is now taking levemir in addition to novolog regimen and mother states glucose is better under control since new insulin added.
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