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MalfunctionLCP

A1C TEST KIT

Received Oct 14, 2021 · Event occurred Sep 7, 2021

Report 1836135-2021-00033 · MDR key 12636622

Device

Generic name

Clinical Chemistry Analyzer

Manufacturer

Pts Diagnostics

Lot number

UNKNOWN

Product problems

  • No Apparent Adverse Event
  • No Apparent Adverse Event

Patient

Not reported

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THIS REPORT IS BEING SUBMITTED OUT OF AN ABUNDANCE OF CAUTION. AT THE TIME OF COMMUNICATION, THE CUSTOMER NO LONGER HAD THE PRODUCT AND COULD NOT OBTAIN LOT INFORMATION. CUSTOMER NOTED HAVING DIFFICULTY WITH TEST KITS IN THE PAST.

Description of Event or Problem

THE CUSTOMER REPORTED ACCURACY CONCERNS WHEN USING THEIR A1C KIT. THE CUSTOMER REPORTED RECEIVING A 7.3% ON THE KIT AND 12% FROM A LAB. THERE WERE NO ALLEGATIONS OF PATIENT/USER HARM. THE INCIDENT IS BEING REPORTED OUT OF AN ABUNDANCE OF CAUTION.