FDA Recall Open, Classified

The FAST System and the FAST PBC Prep Cartridge together are a closed, rapid and automated sample preparation system for isolating bacterial cells directly from a positive blood culture (PBC). The cartridge and instrument isolate and concentrate bacterial cells directly from PBC by removing blood, cellular and culture media matrix components from the sample, thereby reducing the sample volume considerably while maintaining bacterial cell viability. The resulting material is a purified microbial suspension or Liquid Colony for use in downstream in vitro diagnostics.

Recall: Z-0425-2023 · Initiated November 2, 2022

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0425-2023
Event Number
91130
Firm
Qvella Corporation
FEI Number
3013825847
Product Code
JJH
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
No Marketing Application
Initiated
November 2, 2022
Posted
December 7, 2022
Address
9133 Leslie St, Richmond Hill Canada

Description

The FAST System and the FAST PBC Prep Cartridge together are a closed, rapid and automated sample preparation system for isolating bacterial cells directly from a positive blood culture (PBC). The cartridge and instrument isolate and concentrate bacterial cells directly from PBC by removing blood, cellular and culture media matrix components from the sample, thereby reducing the sample volume considerably while maintaining bacterial cell viability. The resulting material is a purified microbial suspension or Liquid Colony for use in downstream in vitro diagnostics.

Reason

Device exceeds the limitations of a Class I 510(k)-exempt device so the user manual, instructions for use, and promotional materials are being corrected to remove all references to downstream applications.

Action

On 11/02/22, recall notices were emailed to customers who were asked to discard all product labeling materials (i.e., user manual, instructions for use, product brochures, etc.) received to date from the recalling firm until new labeling materials are provided. Please respond to the email with the attached recall notice as follows "have read and understood the intended use and indications for use of FAST System and PBC Prep Cartridges." Customers with additional questions are asked to contact Technical Support at (833) 478-3552, [email protected]

Distribution

US: CA, NY, AL, UT

Quantity

1868