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Roche cobas pro integrated solutions (cobas pro ISE, cobas c 503, and cobas e 801 analytical units) Chemistry Analyzer (photometric discrete), for clinical use Part Number: 05641446001

FDA Recall Z-0755-2021 · Posted None

Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeJJE
Date Initiated2020-12-08
Product Quantity7 units

Reason for Recall

Potential for Changed Configuration Settings on the cobas 8000 modular analyzer series/cobas pro integrated solutions, may cause incorrect results in several affected parameters. In the case of poor sample quality, discrepant results may remain undetected due to the absence of associated data flags.

Firm Action

Roche recall issued Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC TP-01165 and UMDC TP-01169) notifications on 12/8/2020 via UPS Ground (receipt required). Both UMDCs will also be posted to the diagnostics.roche.com website. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: Consignee Instructions: Inform any operators who use the cobas 8000 modular analyzer series or the cobas pro integrated solutions of the potential hazards associated with this issue and provide a copy of the UMDC notification, as appropriate. Follow the actions outlined in the Customer Actions to Determine if the Issue Has Occurred section of the UMDC. Confirm that you have backed up your most recent settings. Repeat this maintenance function whenever a system setting is changed. Consult with the physician or pathologist at your facility to determine specific clinical implications for your patients. Complete the enclosed faxback form and return it following the instructions on the form. File this UMDC for future reference. Contact the Roche Support Network Customer Support Center, 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-428-2336 if you have questions about the information contained in this UMDC.

Root Cause

Software design

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide distribution.

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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