HemoCue AB: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0619-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Analyzing system consists of a small and portable analyzer and plastic microcuvettes. The microcuvette contains reagents deposited on its inner walls. The urine sample is drawn into the cavity by capillary action. The filled cuvette is inserted into the device where the contents of the cuvette are mixed through vibration. Within 90 seconds, the immunochemical reaction is completed and the turbidity is measured photometrically at 610 nm. The albumin concentration is proportional to the turbidity. When the end point is reached, the result is displayed in mg/L. The system can be used for the quantitative determination of low levels of albumin in urine for the purpose of screening for, diagnosing, monitoring and to supplement the clinical evidence in the treatment of microalbuminuria.

Product Classification:

Class III

Date Initiated: November 7, 2012

Date Posted: January 9, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0619-2013

Event ID: 63825

Reason for Recall:

Incorrect version of Quick Reference Guide (QRG) was delivered with products in shipment made from April1 st 2011 and onwards. In addition, a warranty statement was missing in the analyzer package.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 48 affected analyzers

Code Information:

See serial numbers of affected devices in attachment profided by firm.

Distribution Pattern:

Distributed in the states of FL, MA, CA, OR, NY, NC, MO, ID, IN, KY, PA, TX, OK, IL, GA, KS, and UT.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated