Quantimetrix Synovialscopics Synovial Fluid Control. Synovialscopics is a plastic bottle Synovial fluid cell count control. It is a control for monitoring total cell counts in patient Synovial fluid samples performed manually using a hemocytometer. It is also an aid for identifying the crystals which may indicate a pathological condition present in the Synovial fluid. This control is used as a third party control to confirm proper functioning of the analysis by microscopic evaluation.
FDA Recall Z-0516-2009 · Posted 2009-01-17
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Recalling FirmQuantimetrix Corporation
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJPK
Date Initiated2007-06-01
Date Terminated2009-02-18
Product Quantity24,937 sets for all products.
Reason for Recall
This recall was initiated due to efficacy concerns with the stabilized erythrocytes, leukocytes and lymphocytes contained in this product group.
Firm Action
The recall communication was initiated when customer both direct and distributors who have purchased the lots were mailed a recall notification letter dated June 8, 2008 with instructions which was sent via first class mail.
Customers were requested to assist in the voluntary recall of the listed product and if any of the affected lots have been consumed please review their records to ensure that the obtained values conform to the stated specifications found in the lot specific product insert.
Root Cause
Employee error
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution including states of AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MN, MO, NC, ND, NH, NM, NY, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA and WY.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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