FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#30327

Product

ICON 25 hCG Test Kit

FDA product code
JHIVisual, Pregnancy Hcg, Prescription Use
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Clinical Chemistry
Affected lot / code info
Lot hCG030303

Why it was recalled

False negative urine results are being observed at an increasing rate.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Other

Action the firm took

Firm sent letter to customers on 31 OCT 03 expressing not to use kits and that another lot will be substituted. Destruction of recalled lot is requested.

Recalling firm

Firm
Beckman Coulter Inc
Address
200 S Kraemer Blvd, Brea, California 92821-6208

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide and Canada (limited).

Timeline

Recall initiated
2003-10-31
Posted by FDA
2004-07-20
Terminated
2004-05-17
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #30327. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

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