The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1018-2019·Announced 2019-03-27

Randox Fructosamine Control 3 Calibrator Recall Due to Value Reassignment

Randox Laboratories is recalling 133 kits of Fructosamine Control 3 because the assigned value was decreased by 25%. The product is used for in vitro calibration.

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 a voluntary precautionary device modification to correct a calibration value, with no reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Randox Laboratories Ltd. is conducting a device modification for Fructosamine Control 3, lot code 500FR. The recall involves 133 kits distributed to California, Maine, Michigan, and West Virginia. This product is intended for in vitro use in the calibration of the Randox Liquid Fructosamine assay on clinical chemistry systems.

The recall is being conducted because the assigned value of Fructosamine in the calibrator has been re-assigned by a decrease of 25%. This modification affects the accuracy of the calibration process for the specific assay.

Healthcare facilities and laboratories that have received this product should stop using the affected lots and contact Randox Laboratories for further instructions. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Fructosamine Control 3, FR2996 This product is intended for in vitro use in the calibration of the Randox Liquid Fructosamine assay on clinical chemistry systems.
Affected units
133

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 (1)

  • 500FR

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Randox Laboratories Ltd. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 3 products in this recall →