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BD Biosciences, BD FACS Sample Prep Assistant II (SPA II), blood sample preparer for flow cytometry analysis

FDA device recall Z-1940-2010 · posted 2010-06-30 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
BD Biosciences, Systems & Reagents
Reason for recall
Samples prepared on the BD SPA II, SN T0076 produced inaccurate sample results due to inaccurate sample dispensed as a result of the cap piercing probe
Action taken
The firm filed an MDR and implemented a field action consisting of a February 2010 notification letter and product replacement of affected probes. A CAPA for the probe design has been implemented. Effectivity is being tracked via mail and follow up phone call.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
GKZ
Quantity affected
349 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution: USA, Australia, Belgium, China (Hong Kong), Colombia, Jamaica, Korea, Mexico, Singapore and Uruguay.
Date initiated
2010-02-19
Date posted
2010-06-30
Date terminated
2011-05-18
Location
San Jose, CA

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