Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2628-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Merge Healthcare, Inc. |
| Report date | Jul 5, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 15, 2016 |
| Quantity | 638 sites have the potentially affected versions |
| Location | Hartland, WI, United States |
Official product description
Merge LIS software. The firm name on the label is Merge Healthcare. Merge LIS system is a complete system for ordering, managing and reporting a patient s laboratory work, from the time of order entry to the time the laboratory test results are reported.
Why the product was recalled
There are potential issues with results reporting for certain run-based tests. Under certain conditions, the wrong results could inadvertently be verified.
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution to facilities and distributors. Distribution was made to the Virgin Islands. Foreign distribution was also made. There was no military/government distribution.
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
What to do next
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