Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. recalls Syva Emit Disopyramide Assay Enzyme Immunoassay

Out-of-specification sodium azide concentration in Syva Emit Disopyramide Enzyme Immunoassay Calibrator Lot U1. While the assay results were not impacted, the overall health risk to lab technicians due to this issue is low, as exposure is limited by small volumes and a 0.2% post-reconstitution sodium azide concentration, with the worst outcome being mild skin or eye irritation and no serious harm anticipated.

On 6/26/2026, Siemens issued Urgent Medical Device Correction letters to all affected customers informing them of the issue and providing instructions. Customers are instructed to refer to the SDS which were created and provided with the Urgent Medical Device Corrections and the Urgent Field Safety Notices specifically for Syva Emit Disopyramide Assay Lot U1 for information regarding handling and disposal.

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• CFR regulation · 21 CFR 862.3555The federal regulation governing this device
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