Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-3101-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Beckman Coulter Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 6, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 20, 2017 |
| Quantity | 310 units |
| Location | Brea, CA, United States |
Official product description
UniCel DxH Slidemaker Stainer Coulter Cellular Analysis System, Software Version 3.2. The DxH Slidemaker Stainer allows for adaptation of the smear appearance and stain methodology according to user preferences. Blood smears produced by the Slidemaker portion of the DxH Slidemaker Stainer are moved to baskets for transfer to the Stainer portion by a robot arm. Microscopic examination of the stained blood smears can be used to help determine the hematologic status of a patient. A stained blood film: Allows for the differentiation of white blood cells, facilitates the characterization of red blood cells and platelets, and aids in the identification of blood components and cellular abnormalities.
Why the product was recalled
The firm has identified that a fitting in some Slidemaker Stainer units may not completely seal after installation.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) Distribution to the states of : AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WV., and to the countries of : Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Portugal, South Korea, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, Vietnam, and Switzerland.
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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