FDA Class II Recall: Access Total T4 Calibrator, Catalog No. 33805 by Beckman Coulter, Inc. — Recall Details

Key facts

What this classification means

FDA classifies a recall as Class II when using the recalled product, or being exposed to it, may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. In this case, the recalling firm is Beckman Coulter, Inc. and the affected product is described in FDA's record as: Access Total T4 Calibrator, Catalog No. 33805. FDA's stated reason for the recall is: Beckman Coulter has identified that Access Total T4 Calibrator lots (PN 33805) exhibit a negative bias on DxI 600/800 instruments, with slopes outside product specifications. A false low patient result could cause a patient to undergo unnecessary additional diagnostic testing. A patient may be treated for a disorder (additional items listed in FDA's full record). The recall is tracked under FDA recall number Z-1922-2026 and carries a status of Ongoing as of the most recent FDA enforcement report. This classification reflects FDA's assessment of the product defect described above, not a prediction about any specific patient outcome. FDA maintains a public enforcement report database so that consumers, physicians, and purchasers can look up the exact product identifiers involved before deciding what to do. Recall status can change while FDA and the recalling firm continue corrective actions, so checking the firm's own notice for the most current guidance is recommended.

What consumers should do

Because this recall carries FDA's middle severity classification, anyone who has this product should stop using it and follow the recalling firm's instructions, even though serious harm is considered unlikely for this classification. Specifically, check whether the product in your possession matches the description on file with FDA -- Access Total T4 Calibrator, Catalog No. 33805 -- and the recall number Z-1922-2026. If it matches, stop using or distributing it and contact Beckman Coulter, Inc. or the point of purchase for return or replacement instructions. Retailers and distributors holding affected inventory should quarantine it and follow the firm's written recall notice. FDA maintains a public enforcement report database so that consumers, physicians, and purchasers can look up the exact product identifiers involved before deciding what to do.

Beckman Coulter, Inc.’s FDA history

Argus HQ has recorded 3 total FDA actions tied to Beckman Coulter, Inc.: 0 warning letters, 3 recalls, 0 approval records, and 0 Form 483 inspection citations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current status of this recall?

Status as recorded by FDA: Ongoing.

Where can I verify this recall directly with FDA?

The verbatim FDA record is the source of truth for every recall Argus HQ tracks — always confirm against fda.gov before acting.

What was recalled and why?

Beckman Coulter, Inc. recalled Access Total T4 Calibrator, Catalog No. 33805. FDA's record states the reason for recall as: Beckman Coulter has identified that Access Total T4 Calibrator lots (PN 33805) exhibit a negative bias on DxI 600/800 instruments, with slopes outside product specifications. A false low patient result could cause a patient to undergo unnecessary additional diagnostic testing. A patient may be treated for a disorder (additional items listed in FDA's full record). The recall is logged under FDA recall number Z-1922-2026 with.

How serious is this recall?

FDA classifies a recall as Class II when using the recalled product, or being exposed to it, may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

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