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Abbott Diagnostics CELL-DYN Sapphire Hemoglobin Reagent Analyzer Syringes, List Number 08H49-02, Abbott Laboratories, Ab

FDA device recall Z-0301-2008 · posted 2008-01-04 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Abbott Laboratories
Reason for recall
Syringe Failure: Insufficient lubrication of the plunger tip may cause syringes to fail at installation or shortly thereafter
Action taken
This Recall was initiated 07/24/07 via a Product Recall letter-Immediate Action Required-instructing users to discontinue use and destroy any units under recall. Replacements may be obtained by contacting the local Customer Support Center at 1-877-4Abbott
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
GKZ
Quantity affected
302 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: USA including states of AR, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, KY, LA, MD, MI, NC, ND, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, and W I (4 distributors and 50 consignees)and countries of Austr
Date initiated
2007-07-25
Date posted
2008-01-04
Date terminated
2009-11-17
Location
Santa Clara, CA

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