# FDA recall Z-1423-2020

> **Beckman Coulter Inc** · Class II · device recall initiated 2019-08-15.

## Product

Triglycerides Reagent (TG 2 x 300), REF: 445850, For In Vitro Diagnostic Use, Rx Only, UDI: 15099590233228

## Reason for recall

It has been determined that N-acetyl p benzoquinone imine (NAPQI), a metabolite of acetaminophen (paracetamol), may cause negative interference for assays if present in high quantities in serum due to acetaminophen overdoese. This could result in a delay in diagnosis and treatment.

## Distribution

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## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1423-2020
- **Recalling firm:** Beckman Coulter Inc
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2019-08-15
- **Report date:** 2020-03-11
- **Termination date:** 2024-02-28

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1423-2020

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1423-2020. Retrieved 2026-06-03 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1423-2020. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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