ABL90 FLEX analyzers with software versions 3 — Class II medical device recall Z-0010-2019
Terminated recall by Radiometer America Inc, reported 2018-10-10. The ABL90 FLEX can aspirate Cal 2 solution instead of rinse solution, when the following take place: ¿ The ana
| Recall number | Z-0010-2019 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Radiometer America Inc, Brea, CA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2018-05-25 |
| Classified | 2018-10-01 |
| Reported by FDA | 2018-10-10 |
| Terminated | 2020-11-06 |
| Countries outside the US | CA |
| Quantity | 12,102 |
Product
ABL90 FLEX analyzers with software versions 3.3MR1 or below. The ABL90 FLEX Analyzer is a portable, automated Analyzer that measures pH, blood gases, electrolytes, glucose, lactate, bilirubin and oximetry in whole blood. It is intended for use in a laboratory environment, near patient or point-of-care setting.
Reason for recall
The ABL90 FLEX can aspirate Cal 2 solution instead of rinse solution, when the following take place: ¿ The analyzer is in ready mode ¿ Operator lifts the inlet and then closes it again, thereby initiating a rinse ¿ Immediately after lifts the inlet and quickly closes it again
Machine access
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