LeadCare Plus Blood Lead Analyzer Part Number: 82-0001 Intended for… — Class II medical device recall Z-1296-2018
Terminated recall by Magellan Diagnostics, Inc., reported 2018-04-11. The incorrect placement of AA batteries into certain LeadCare Plus Blood Lead Analyzer may cause the batteries
| Recall number | Z-1296-2018 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Magellan Diagnostics, Inc., North Billerica, MA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2018-01-09 |
| Classified | 2018-04-03 |
| Reported by FDA | 2018-04-11 |
| Terminated | 2020-12-11 |
| Quantity | 79 |
| Reason classes | device malfunction |
| Model numbers | 82-0001 |
Product
LeadCare Plus Blood Lead Analyzer Part Number: 82-0001 Intended for the quantitative measurement of lead in a whole blood sample.
Reason for recall
The incorrect placement of AA batteries into certain LeadCare Plus Blood Lead Analyzer may cause the batteries to overheat, and the chance that a user could burn their fingers if the batteries are removed while hot.
Machine access
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