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Access Ostase Calibrators, Part Number: 37305, Subsequent Product Code: JIS. The Access Ostase Calibrators are intended

FDA device recall Z-1238-2012 · posted 2012-03-21 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Reason for recall
The recall was initiated because Beckman confirmed that the Access Ostase Calibrator and QC lots do not meet expiration date claims. The Access Ostase Reagent Kit lots identified were quality control tested and released using Access Ostase Calibrator and QC lots that contain the implicated raw material.
Action taken
Beckman Coulter sent an "URGENT PRODUCT CORRECTION" letter dated November 9, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to discontinue use and discard all remaining inventory. In addition, a Response Form was enclosed for customers to complete and return. Contact Beckman's Customer Support Center at (800) 854-3633 for questions regarding this notice.
Root cause
Process design
Status
Terminated
Product code
CIN
Quantity affected
2,228 units total (440 units in US)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong K
Date initiated
2011-11-10
Date posted
2012-03-21
Date terminated
2012-06-26
Location
Brea, CA

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ACCESS OSTASE IMMUNOENZYMETRIC ASSAY (K994278)Beckman Coulter, Inc.2000-03-28