Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. is recalling 1,625 units (1,450 in the US and 175 internationally) of Atellica CH Diluent due to contamination with sodium hypochlorite (bleach). This contamination can interfere with laboratory testing and negatively impact the accuracy of results for nearly all assays, with the exception of sodium, potassium, and chloride tests. No injuries or incidents have been reported to date.
The presence of sodium hypochlorite in the diluent can lead to incorrect laboratory results for patients, quality controls, and calibrators. This could cause healthcare providers to make incorrect medical diagnoses or treatment decisions based on inaccurate data.
Corrective action for laboratory equipment.
Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11099300.
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