Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2039-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Leica Biosystems Richmond Inc. |
| Report date | Jun 29, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | May 2, 2016 |
| Quantity | 283 systems |
| Location | Richmond, IL, United States |
Official product description
CytoVision Image Analysis and Capture System, an automated cell-locating device. The Cytovision is a rapid metaphase finder, image acquisition and computer aided chromosome analysis system which assists the operator in viewing chromosomes and looking for cellular anomalies. CytoVision enables a qualified Cytogeneticist to rapidly and accurately analyze the chromosome banding pattern.
Why the product was recalled
Systems have an improperly activated Windows 7 OS, even though a valid Windows 7 license was associated with each manufactured system. The system appears to be unlicensed. These systems cannot be re-activated using standard Windows licensing procedures and are requiring checks of each potentially affected system to confirm Windows 7 OS is properly activated.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide; Portugal, Spain, Thailand, Italy, China, Romania, Egypt, India, France, Hungary, Mexico, Germany, Norway, Turkey, Pakistan, Malaysia, UK, Luxembourg, Israel, Canada, Switzerland, Taiwan, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Singapore and Japan.
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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