Cardinal Health recalls Genius 2 Tympanic Thermometers (model 3069) made after Oct 2016 due to potential accuracy drift. Thermometers may read up to 0.2°C higher than true temperature, risking incorrect fever detection.
The frequency of calibration for the Genius Tympanic Thermometer as stated in the operating manual may not ensure that thermometers always remain within the stated accuracy range (¿ 0.2¿C for Genius 2 and ¿ 0.3¿C for Genius 3 thermometers). The measurement readings drift upwards over time, which means that the thermometers could exceed the upper stated accuracy tolerance of +0.2¿C for Genius 2 or +0.3¿C for Genius 3.
Cardinal Health is recalling Genius 2 Tympanic Thermometers with item code 3069 made after October 2016 because they may drift upward in temperature readings over time. This could lead to inaccurate fever measurements, potentially causing unnecessary concern or missed health issues.
The thermometers gradually become less accurate over time, showing temperatures up to 0.2°C higher than actual. This drift means fever readings might be too high, causing unnecessary worry or missing real fevers.
Parents and caregivers who use these thermometers for children are most at risk. Anyone who relies on these devices for medical temperature checks could be affected.
Check for the item code 3069 on the thermometer. Products made after October 1, 2016 with serial numbers greater than N16601357 are affected.
Compare readings with a known accurate thermometer to verify current accuracy.
The thermometers may drift upward in temperature readings over time, potentially showing temperatures up to 0.2°C higher than actual.
Genius 2 Tympanic Thermometers with item code 3069 made after October 1, 2016 and serial numbers greater than N16601357.
No specific stop-use instruction is given; the recall focuses on potential accuracy drift, not immediate danger.
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Subject: Recall Z-0994-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-0994-2020 from Cardinal Health. 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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