Recalls / —
—#150840
Product
MicroScan LabPro Data Management System. Intended to manage both microbial identification (ID) and antimicrobial agent susceptibility testing (AST) data generated from MicroScan instruments or manually entered microbiology test results, for use by trained laboratory personnel.
- FDA product code
- OUG — Medical Device Data System
- Device class
- Class 1
- Medical specialty
- General Hospital
- Affected lot / code info
- Software Version 4.42, Part No. 6000-0050, 6000-0051, 6000-0052, 6000-0053, 6000-0054, and 6000-0060.
Why it was recalled
Beckman Coulter has received and confirmed reports of an intermittent and unexpected behavior when loading new panels into a WalkAway instrument using LabPro Data Management System version 4.42. The issue could cause workflow interruption with a potential of delaying reporting results due to the inability to begin processing new panels.
Root cause (FDA determination)
Device Design
Action the firm took
An Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated 10/25/16 was sent to all their customers to inform them that Beckman Coulter has received and confirmed reports of an intermittent and unexpected behavior when loading new panels into a WalkAway instrument using LabPro Data Management System version 4.42. Customers are informed that the issue could cause WalkAway workflow interruption with a potential of delaying reporting results due to the inability to begin processing new panels. The letter informs the customers of the actions to be taken and the resolution for the product on recall. Customers are instructed to complete and return the enclosed Response Form within 10 days. Customers with any questions regarding the notice are instructed to contact their Customer Support representative: http://www.beckmancoulter.com or call 1-800-677-7226, option 1 in the United States.
Recalling firm
- Firm
- Beckman Coulter Inc.
- Address
- 250 S Kraemer Blvd, Brea, California 92821-6232
Distribution
- Distribution pattern
- Worldwide Distribution -- United States and Mexico.
Timeline
- Recall initiated
- 2016-10-25
- Posted by FDA
- 2016-12-15
- Terminated
- 2017-05-01
- Status
- —
Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #150840. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.