FDA recall record

Technidata S.A TDHistology/Cytology Classification name: Calculator/data processing module recall — FDA Z-1743-2013

A recall was initiated by Technidata because use of symbols (less than or equal to or greater than or equal to or any other symbol) in Microsoft Word…

Class IIIclassification
Z-1743-2013official record ID
Jul 24, 2013report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-1743-2013
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass III
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmTechnidata S.A.
Report dateJul 24, 2013
Recall initiation dateJun 20, 2013
Quantity1 site
LocationMontbonnot St Martin, N/A, France

Official product description

TDHistology/Cytology Classification name: Calculator/data processing module for clinical use (862.2100). Intended use: Laboratory Information System (L.I.S)

Why the product was recalled

A recall was initiated by Technidata because use of symbols (less than or equal to or greater than or equal to or any other symbol) in Microsoft Word reports when using electronic transmissions of results by of HPRIM (including HPRIM Medecin via Kermit) or HL7 must be absolutely prohibited. Such symbols are not supported by the Microsoft Word interface used by the Histology/Cytology software and

Distribution information

US Distribution CA only.

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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