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MULTISTIX 10SG STRIPS

Received Nov 22, 2013 · Event occurred Sep 15, 2013

Report 1217157-2013-00222 · MDR key 3535810

Device

Generic name

Multistix 10sg

Catalog number

10627148

Product problems

  • Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings

Patient

Not reported

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CUSTOMER REPORTED 1+ TO 2+ WHITE BLOOD CELL RESULTS ON THE MULTISTIX STRIP VISUALLY WHEREAS MICROSCOPIC RESULT WAS LARGE FOR THE WHITE BLOOD CELLS. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF INJURY DUE TO THIS EVENT.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

ONE BOTTLE OF THE MULTISTIX 10 SG FROM THE CUSTOMER WAS RETURNED FOR INVESTIGATION. NO SAMPLE FROM THE PT WAS PROVIDED. SIEMENS TECHNICAL OPERATIONS COMPLETED THEIR TESTING BUT WERE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE CUSTOMERS OBSERVATIONS. THE CAUSE FOR THE DISCORDANT WHITE BLOOD CELL RESULT IS UNKNOWN.