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TGA Action ID RC-2026-RN-00903-1
Type of Product Medical Device
Product Name/Description Syva EMIT II Plus Barbiturate Assay. An in vitro diagnostic medical device (IVD).

Catalog Numbers: 10445422, 10445423, 10445424, 9D029UL, 9D039UL, 9D129UL

Lot Numbers: W1, W2, W2A & future lots

Expiry Date:19-Mar-2028, 22-Jun-2028
ARTG Number 182221
Unique Device Identifier (UDI) 00842768001871, 00842768014352, 00842768001888
Action Type Product Correction
Action Level Hospital
Hazard Classification Class III
Reason for the Action Following investigation of customer complaints, Siemens has confirmed that certain compound concentrations listed in the Syva EMIT II Plus Barbiturate Assay Instructions for Use (IFU) require revision. The IFU will be updated with revised concentrations of certain compounds that produce responses approximately equivalent to the specified secobarbital cutoffs. This information describes the assay’s response to individual barbiturate compounds and supports interpretation of test results.

In the worst case, this could result in falsely positive or negative barbiturate urine screen results.
Instructions for Customers/Users Customers are to:
- Review the customer letter and revised concentration values.
- Discuss with their Medical Director to determine the appropriate course of action, including for any previously generated results, if applicable.
- Retain this information until the Syva EMIT II Plus Barbiturate Assay IFU has been updated.
Action Commencement Date 10/11/2026
Responsible Entity Siemens Healthcare Pty Ltd
Contact Information 1800 310 300 - Siemens Customer Care Center