CELL-DYN Sapphire Probe Detector PCB Assembly (also called the Aspiration Bottom Sensor) used on the Cell-Dyn Sapphire Hematology Analyzer, Manufactured by Abbott Laboratories, Santa Clara, CA
FDA Recall Z-2421-2010 · Posted 2010-09-14
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Recalling FirmAbbott Laboratories
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeGKZ
Date Initiated2010-04-05
Date Terminated2011-05-17
Product Quantity926 units
Reason for Recall
Under certain conditions in closed mode of operations, the Aspiration Probe Detector PCB assembly may fail to operate properly and provide inaccurate results.
Firm Action
Abbott Diagnostics Division of Santa Clara, CA initiated a field correction of the CELL-DYN Sapphire Probe Detector Assembly used on the CELL-DYN Sapphire Hemotology Analyzer, on April 5, 2010. The correction is being addressed through field service representatives and a mandatory Technical Service Bulletin (TSB). The TSB requires inspection, testing, and potential replacement of the affected assembly. The firm will not be issuing a seperate notification. For questions regarding this correction please contact (408) 982-4800, or fax (408) 982-4863.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Product was distributed to 926 retailers throughout the US and to argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, Germany, Hong King, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Venezuela.
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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