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Beckman Coulter UniCel DxC Synchron Clinical System ISE Flow Cell. PN Numbers: A10405 (UniCel DxC 600); A11810 (UniCel D

FDA device recall Z-0863-2010 · posted 2010-03-04 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Reason for recall
Excessive Buildup of protein, bacteria and sample tube additives in the ISE flow cell may cause erroneous NA (sodium) results.
Action taken
An Urgent: Product Corrective Action letter dated January 4, 2010, was mailed to customers advising of erroneous sodium results derived from build up of protein, bacteria and additives in the ISE flow cell. The letter discussed the impact and actions to be taken along with some additional recommendations. Customers are advised to follow the new maintenance instructions included with the letter. The information in the letter should be shared with laboratory staff and the notification should be retained as part of the Quality System documentation. A copy of the letter should be provided to any other laboratory that affected product was forwarded to. The enclosed response form should be completed and returned. Questions should be directed to the Customer Support Center at 1-800-854-3633.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
JJE
Quantity affected
2630
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- USA and Canada.
Date initiated
2010-01-04
Date posted
2010-03-04
Date terminated
2012-04-17
Location
Brea, CA

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