Approximately 622 units of VITROS Chemistry Products ECO2 Slides are being recalled due to a manufacturing defect in specific lots that can cause the slides to malfunction. These affected slides may produce incorrectly high or low carbon dioxide (CO2) test results for patients, which can lead to misdiagnosis and unnecessary medical treatments. This recall affects various clinical laboratories and healthcare facilities across the country that use VITROS chemistry analysis systems.
The defect can cause biased CO2 readings, leading healthcare providers to incorrectly diagnose conditions like acidosis or alkalosis. This may result in patients receiving unnecessary intravenous fluids, bicarbonate, or electrolyte replacements, or conversely, a failure to provide life-saving treatment for a serious acid-base imbalance.
Manufacturer notification and slide isolation
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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response
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