FDA Recall Terminated

CELL-DYN Ruby System: List Number: 08H6701; Hematology: The CELL-DYN Ruby System is a multi-parameter automated hematology analyzer designed for in-vitro diagnostic use in clinical laboratories

Recall: Z-1438-2017 · Initiated February 13, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1438-2017
Event Number
76481
Firm
Abbott Laboratories
FEI Number
2919069
Product Code
GKZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
February 13, 2017
Posted
March 9, 2017
Terminated
March 6, 2018
Address
4551 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA, 95054-1208

Description

CELL-DYN Ruby System: List Number: 08H6701; Hematology: The CELL-DYN Ruby System is a multi-parameter automated hematology analyzer designed for in-vitro diagnostic use in clinical laboratories

Reason

The Pump Relay Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) used in the CELL-DYN Ruby instrument may prematurely fail and lead to instrument stoppage

Action

Product correction letters were sent to all affected customers on February 13, 2017 by traceable method. Letters provided information on the reason for the correction with all affected serial numbers listed. Abbott will be contacting each location to schedule replacement of the PCBA Pump Relay Board. Update: five additional serial numbers were added. Correction letters were sent to new consignees - 3 in Brazil and 2 in Mexico.

Distribution

US and Afghanistan, Brazil, Egypt, Tanzania, Hungary, Iraq, Kenya, Netherlands, Russia, Romania Vietnam, , United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Philippines, Lebanon, Mexico, Japan, Jordan, India, Indonesia, Turkey, UAE, Gaza & Jericho, Germany, Bulgaria, Chile, Argentina, Luxembourg.

Quantity

116