BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer with Autoloader Part number: 6605525, 6605526, 6605527 The COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer is a quantitative, automated hematology analyzer and leukocyte differential cell counter for In Vitro Diagnostic Use in clinical laboratories.

    Recall: Z-2044-2011 · Initiated March 2, 2011

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-2044-2011
    Event Number
    58174
    Firm
    Beckman Coulter Inc.
    FEI Number
    2050012
    Product Code
    GKZ
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Other
    Initiated
    March 2, 2011
    Posted
    April 20, 2011
    Terminated
    May 29, 2012
    Address
    200 S Kraemer Blvd, Brea, CA, 92821-6208

    Description

    COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer with Autoloader Part number: 6605525, 6605526, 6605527 The COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer is a quantitative, automated hematology analyzer and leukocyte differential cell counter for In Vitro Diagnostic Use in clinical laboratories.

    Reason

    The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has identified a problem with Integrated Circuit Chips used in different boards throughout the Beckman Coulter LH500/HmX/HmX Autoloader Hematology analyzer.

    Action

    The firm, Beckman Coulter, sent an "URGENT PRODUCT CORRECTION" letter dated March 2, 2011, with attached PCA Response Form (via US Postal Service for US Customers) to all customers who purchased the COULTER LH 500 Series Analyzer, COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer, and COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer with Autoloader. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were informed that the suspect Integrated Circuit Chips have been removed from all systems in inventory and manufacturing. The customers were instructed to share this information with their laboratory staff and retain this notification as part of their laboratory Quality System documentation. If customers have forwarded any of the affected product(s) listed on the PCA letter to another laboratory, please provide a copy of the letter to them. The customers were instructed to complete and return the enclosed Response Form within 10 days so Beckman are assured they have received this important communication and are taking appropriate action. The customers with any technical questions regarding the Product Corrective Action were instructed to contact Beckman Coulter Customer Service at 800-526-7694 in the United States and Canada or contact their local Beckman Coulter Representative.

    Distribution

    Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and countries of: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, and Singapore.

    Quantity

    288 units total (158 in US)