The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0649-2016·Announced 2016-01-20

Beckman Coulter Recalls iChem 10 SG Urine Chemistry Strips

Beckman Coulter is recalling iChem 10 SG Urine Chemistry Strips because they may produce false positive leukocyte results for negative samples.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The hazard involves inaccurate test results (false positives) rather than direct physical injury or contamination, fitting the criteria for moderate severity involving labeling or performance errors without reported harm.

Plain-English summary

Beckman Coulter Inc. is recalling the iChem 10 SG Urine Chemistry Strips (PN 800-7005). The recall involves 16,206 vials total, with 7,827 vials distributed in the United States. The product is intended for the in vitro measurement of various urine chemistry parameters, including leukocyte esterase.

The recall is being conducted because the strips may produce false positive leukocyte results for samples that are truly negative. This defect could lead to incorrect clinical interpretations of urine test results.

The affected lots are identified by the following codes and expiration dates: 510033A (expiration 2015-03), 510034A (expiration 2015-04), 510035A (expiration 2015-07), and 510035B (expiration 2015-09). The product was distributed worldwide, including in the US, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Philippines, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.

The recalled product

Product
iChem 10 SG Urine Chemistry Strips, PN 800-7005. Intended for the in vitro measurement of glucose, protein, bilirubin, urobilinogen, pH, specific gravity, blood, ketones, nitrite, leukocyte esterase, ascorbic acid, and color.

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (5)

  • 510033A
  • expiration 2015-03 510034A
  • expiration 2015-04 510035A
  • expiration 2015-07 510035B
  • expiration 2015-09

Distribution

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