Abbott Diagnostics recalls ARC Carbon Dioxide 6x5ml B Calibrator due to transit delays from thunderstorms causing improper storage. This may lead to incorrect or delayed test results. Check product details for affected units.
transit delays of certain cold chain products due to severe thunderstorms which may caused the products to be stored outside the recommended labeled storage conditions. This failure could increase the probability of an incorrect test result or a delayed test result.
Abbott Diagnostics is recalling its ARC Carbon Dioxide 6x:5ml B Calibrator because severe thunderstorms caused transit delays, potentially leading to improper storage. This could result in incorrect or delayed test results if the product is used after being stored outside recommended conditions.
Severe thunderstorms caused transit delays for certain cold chain products, leading to improper storage conditions. This may increase the chance of incorrect test results or delayed test results when the calibrator is used.
Healthcare facilities and labs that use this calibrator for medical testing are most at risk. Patients relying on accurate test results from this device could be affected if the calibrator provides incorrect results.
This product is labeled as 'ABBOTT DIAGNOSTICS ARC CARBON DIOXIDE6X5ML B CALIBRATOR' with catalog number 01E6403 and GTIN 380740161378. It was sold through Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office.
Verify the product label, catalog number 01E6403, and GTIN 380740161378 to confirm if you have the recalled item.
Severe thunderstorms caused transit delays for cold chain products, which may have led to improper storage conditions. This could increase the chance of incorrect or delayed test results.
The recall does not require immediate action. Check the product details to confirm if you have the recalled item. No remedy is provided in this recall notice.
No. The hazard is limited to potential incorrect or delayed test results, not physical injury or health risks.
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Subject: Recall Z-1840-2025 — Abbott Diagnostics Abbott Diagnostics Hello, I own a Abbott Diagnostics that is covered by recall Z-1840-2025 from Abbott Diagnostics. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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