Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0469-2014 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Omnyx LLC |
| Report date | Dec 18, 2013 |
| Recall initiation date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Quantity | 2 |
| Location | Pittsburgh, PA, United States |
Official product description
Digital Pathology System (DPS) Software version 1.1 The Omnyx" Integrated Digital Pathology system, which consists of a whole slide scanner and associated software applications, is a scanning, receiving, storing, managing, annotating and computer monitor viewing system for digital whole slide images. Omnyx" products are for in vitro diagnostic use for specific clinical applications, and are intended for research use only on other applications. Specific clinical use applications are indicated in separate clinical specific user guides supplied by Omnyx.
Why the product was recalled
There is an issue associated with Digital Pathology System (DPS) Software, in which the annotation tools within the DPS version 1.1 Image Viewer will display incorrect measurements and area calculations for a region of interest on a scanned slide, under certain conditions.
Distribution information
International Distribution to Canada and Switzerland only.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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