CLASS II Device recall · Reported 18 Sep 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Advia Centaur Folate (100 Tests), SMN recalled
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling Advia Centaur Folate (100 Tests), SMN 10310308, distributed in 46 states. The recall was initiated on 25 Jul 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2169-2013
- FDA event ID
- 65806
- Recalling firm
- Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, East Walpole, MA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Jul 2013
- FDA classified
- 10 Sep 2013
- Reported
- 18 Sep 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Test Kits & Diagnostics
Timeline
| 25 Jul 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 10 Sep 2013 | Classified by FDA | +47 days |
| 18 Sep 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Calibration failures and/or significant negative shifts in quality control (QC) and patient results.
Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.
Product as listed by the FDA
ADVIA Centaur Folate (100 Tests), SMN 10310308, Cat No. 06367974 In vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of folate in serum or red blood cells.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - USA including AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA,MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY. Internationally to Canada and Mexico.
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Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Calibration failures and/or significant negative shifts in quality control (QC) and patient results.
Which lots are affected?
22288218, 22296218, 222907218
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - USA including AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA,MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY. Internationally to Canada and Mexico.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
3 other products · FDA event 65806This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Advia Centaur Folate (2500 tests) recalled.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Advia Centaur Folate (2500 tests) recalled | Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics | Device Malfunction | 46 states | |
| CLASS II | Advia Centaur Folate (500 Tests) SMN recalled | Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics | Device Malfunction | 46 states | |
| CLASS II | Advia Centaur Folate (500 tests) recalled | Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics | Device Malfunction | 46 states |
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