IRON GEN 2: ROCHE COBAS INTEGRA ANALYZER, REAGENT CASSETTES, Catalog#: 03183696122 - Product Usag...
FDA Device Recall #Z-1675-2021 — Class II — April 26, 2021
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-1675-2021 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | April 26, 2021 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. |
| Location | Indianapolis, IN |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 20,468 kits |
Product Description
IRON GEN 2: ROCHE COBAS INTEGRA ANALYZER, REAGENT CASSETTES, Catalog#: 03183696122 - Product Usage: In vitro test for the quantitative determination of iron in human serum and plasma on Roche/Hitachi cobas c and cobas Integra systems.
Reason for Recall
Roche received several complaints regarding increased control recovery and discrepant elevated results for the Iron Gen.2 (IRON2) assay on the cobas c311, 501, and 502 analyzers and on the COBAS Integra 400 plus analyzer.
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide distribution in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, GU, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY.
Lot / Code Information
UDI: 04015630918904
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Z-3187-2024 | Class II | Creatine Kinase (CK) used on cobas c 311/501/50... | Aug 15, 2024 |
| Z-0352-2024 | Class II | Tina-quant D-Dimer Test System, Fibrinogen/Fibr... | Oct 3, 2023 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.