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ERIC (Electronic RapID Compendium) Version 1.0.77, Catalog Number R8323600, used in conjunction with: remel RapID Yeast Plus System is a qualitative micromethod employing conventional and chromogenic substrates for the identification of medically important yeast, yeast-like, and related organisms isolated from human clinical specimens. A complete listing of the organisms addressed by the RapID Yeast Plus System is given in the RapID Yeast Plus Differential Chart. RapID" YEAST PLUS System, Catalog No. R8311007. 4 hour identification of yeast based on enzyme technology. Database includes over 40 taxa. Requires Inoculation Fluid, REF R8325106. CE, 20 Panels/Kit The responsible firm name on the product labeling is Remel, 12076 Santa Fe Dr., Lenexa, KS 66215-3594

FDA Recall Z-0870-2010 · Posted 2010-02-26

Recalling FirmRemel, Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJXB
Date Initiated2009-10-28
Date Terminated2010-03-03
Product Quantity143 units of software

Reason for Recall

There is an error in Version 1.0.77 of the electronic code compendium (ERIC) software. The error is limited to the database corresponding to the R8311007 RapID Yeast Plus System. The database erroneously includes Candida dubliniensis as well as displays an incorrect temperature range as an accessory test for codes with an overlap between Candida albicans and Candida dubliniensis. When using the

Firm Action

The firm issued an "IMPORTANT MEDICAL DEVICE PRODUCT RECALL NOTICE" dated October 29, 2009. After completion of the firm's investigation and risk assessment, Remel decided to notify customers of this situation and quarantine any remaining units on hand. The notification provided the consignees with instructions for obtaining and downloading the software patch. A response form was included with the recall letter and the consignee was asked to complete the form and return it to Remel. The consignees should contact the Technical Services Department at 800-255-6730 (USA) or 913-888-0939 (International), if they have inquiries concerning this advisory.

Root Cause

Software design

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution: USA, Europe and Canada

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

K943621RAPID YEAST PLUS SYSTEMInnovative Diagnostic Systems, Inc. · 1995-01-27

Official Source

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