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BioTek brand Automated Microplate Reader; model ELx808, Roche catalog number 03145387001.

FDA device recall Z-0574-05 · posted 2005-03-08 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Roche Diagnostics Corp.
Reason for recall
The parameters loaded in the analyzer for the hepatitis C virus do not match those in the package insert, and patient results may be reported out as false positives or false negatives.
Action taken
Recall letters dated 2/15/05 are being sent to each consignee instructing them to discontinue use of pre-programmed HCV parameters with the Amplicor heatitis C virus test and that previous test results within a specific range be reviewed by a physician.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
JJQ
Distribution
Nationwide and Canada.
Date initiated
2005-02-15
Date posted
2005-03-08
Date terminated
2006-05-10
Location
Indianapolis, IN

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