FDA Recall Terminated

eMAG System, Ref 418591 It is an In Vitro Diagnostic Medical device intended for the automated isolation (purification and concentration) of total nucleic acids (RNA/DNA) from biological specimens, with liquid and homogeneous properties (as part of their natural characteristics or after pre-treatment).

Recall: Z-3119-2017 · Initiated April 10, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-3119-2017
Event Number
77989
Firm
bioMerieux, Inc.
FEI Number
3002769706
Product Code
JJH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Unknown/Undetermined by firm
Initiated
April 10, 2017
Terminated
February 24, 2022
Address
100 Rodolphe St, Durham, NC, 27712-9402

Description

eMAG System, Ref 418591 It is an In Vitro Diagnostic Medical device intended for the automated isolation (purification and concentration) of total nucleic acids (RNA/DNA) from biological specimens, with liquid and homogeneous properties (as part of their natural characteristics or after pre-treatment).

Reason

Some anomalies have been identified during manufacturing controls.

Action

The firm, Biomerieux, sent an "IMPORTANT: URGENT PRODUCT SAFETY CORRECTION NOTICE" letter on 4/10/2017 to its Consignees. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The Consignees were instructed to distribute this information to all appropriate personnel; retain copy for files; forward information to all parties that may use this product; perform a Main Board Re-initialization after each weekly maintenance; and complete and return the Acknowledgment Form by Fax to + 33 (0) 04 78 87 73 07 to confirm receipt of notice. A Field Service engineer will come on site to check the unit. If you require additional assistance or have any questions, please contact your local bioMrieux Customer Service representative or call 919-620-3396 or email: [email protected].

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: GA, IL, IN, MA, NC & TX and to countries of: Austria, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand and United Kingdom.

Quantity

15 US