Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2687-2014 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Beckman Coulter Inc. |
| Report date | Oct 1, 2014 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 21, 2014 |
| Quantity | 236 units total (70 units in US) |
| Location | Brea, CA, United States |
Official product description
UniCel 600/800 Access Immunoassay Systems are in vitro diagnostic devices used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative, or qualitative determination of various analytes concentrations found in human body fluids. The cables and kits are used in UniCel DxI 600, 800 instruments, and are distributed to Beckman and Non-Beckman Service Engineers for replacement of worn and/or damaged parts during field services calls.
Why the product was recalled
Beckman Coulter is recalling the Sample Probe Cable because nonconforming sample probe cables may been installed on newly manufactured and/or recently serviced UniCel DxI 600 and 800 Access Immunoassay Systems, UniCel DxC 660i, 680i, and 860i, and UniCel DxC 880i Synchron Access Clinical Systems instruments. Use of a nonconforming sample probe cable can casuse a delay in reporting results, but wi
Distribution information
Nationwide in US and worldwide: Canada, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam.
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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