Extreme Glucose Reading Shutdown Prompts Meter Recall, Replacement

A malfunction that could pose a serious health risk has compelled Johnson & Johnson subsidiary LifeScan to voluntarily recall and replace all of its OneTouch Verio IQ Meters at no charge to consumers. According to a letter from the Milpitas, Calif.-based medical device manufacturer, at extremely high blood glucose levels of 1024 mg/dL or greater, the meter turns off instead of displaying the intended message: "EXTREME HIGH GLUCOSE above 600 mg/dL." The letter goes on to say, "When turned back on, the meter enters the set-up mode and requires the user to confirm the date and time settings before being able to test again. However, if the glucose level is still 1024 mg/dL or above when testing, the meter will shut down again."
Source: AAFP Health of the Public - Category: Primary Care Source Type: news