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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 17, 2012

CYTO-STAT tetraCHROME CD45- FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5, Part Number 6607073. Allows simultaneous identification and enumeration of total CD3+, total CD4+, total CD8+, dual CD3+/CD4+, dual CD3+/CD8+ and/or total CD3+, CD19+ and CD3+/CD56+ lymphocyte percentages and absolute counts in whole blood by flow cytometry. The systems also provide the CD4/CD8 ratio when using CD45-FITC/ CD4-RD1/CD8-ECD/CD3-PC5, and total lymphocyte percentage when using CD45-FITC/CD56-RD1/ CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5.

The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has determined that the specimen and prepared sample stability claims stated in the product labeling for tetraCXP software and CYT…

Recall #
Z-0034-2013
Affected scope
33,259 units total (8,458 units in US)
Initiated
May 22, 2012
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Beckman Coulter Inc. recalled CYTO-STAT tetraCHROME CD45- FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5, Part Number 6607073. Allows … - a moderate-severity action.

CYTO-STAT tetraCHROME CD45- FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5, Part Number 6607073. Allows … was recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc. in October 17, 2012. Reason: The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has determined that the specimen and prepared sample stabili…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0034-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Beckman Coulter Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has determined that the specimen and prepared sample stabili….

Moderate
severity level
33K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 17, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0034-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0034-2013) was formally reported on October 17, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 22, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Beckman Coulter Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Brea, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 33,259 units total (8,458 units in US).

The documented reason for this recall is: The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has determined that the specimen and prepared sample stability claims stated in the product labeling for tetraCXP software and CYTO-STAT reagents (CD45-FITC/CD4-RD1/CD8-E… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the following countries: Albania Australia Austria Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Burundi Canada Chile China Colo…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

33,259 units total (8,458 units in US)

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

CYTO-STAT tetraCHROME CD45- FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5, Part Number 6607073. Allows simultaneous identification and enumeration of total CD3+, total CD4+, total CD8+, dual CD3+/CD4+, dual CD3+/CD8+ and/or total CD3+, CD19+ and CD3+/CD56+ lymphocyte percentages and absolute counts in whole blood by flow cytometry. The systems also provide the CD4/CD8 ratio when using CD45-FITC/ CD4-RD1/CD8-ECD/CD3-PC5, and total lymphocyte percentage when using CD45-FITC/CD56-RD1/ CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5.

Reason for recall

The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has determined that the specimen and prepared sample stability claims stated in the product labeling for tetraCXP software and CYTO-STAT reagents (CD45-FITC/CD4-RD1/CD8-ECD/CD3-PC5 and CD45-FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5) need to be updated for alignment with current standards and clinical decision-making associated with lymphocyte immunophenotyping

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0034-2013
Date reported October 17, 2012
Date initiated May 22, 2012
Recalling firm Beckman Coulter Inc.
Firm location Brea, CA
Affected scope 33,259 units total (8,458 units in US)
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the following countries: Albania Australia Austria Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Burundi Canada Chile China Colombia Croatia Czech…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

33,259 units total (8,458 units in US) units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
CYTO-STAT tetraCHROME CD45- FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5, Part Number 6607073. Allows simultaneous identification and enumeration of total CD3+, total CD4+, total CD8+, dual CD3+/CD4+, dual CD3+/CD8+ and/or total CD3+, CD19+ and CD3+/CD56+ lymphocyte percentages and absolute counts in whole blood by flow cytometry. The systems also provide the CD4/CD8 ratio when using CD45-FITC/ CD4-RD1/CD8-ECD/CD3-PC5, and total lymphocyte percentage when using CD45-FITC/CD56-RD1/ CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5.. Recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc.. Units affected: 33,259 units total (8,458 units in US).
Why was this product recalled?
The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has determined that the specimen and prepared sample stability claims stated in the product labeling for tetraCXP software and CYTO-STAT reagents (CD45-FITC/CD4-RD1/CD8-ECD/CD3-PC5 and CD45-FITC/CD56-RD1/CD19-ECD/CD3-PC5) need to be updated for alignment with current standards and clinical decision-making associated with lymphocyte immunophenotyping
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 17, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0034-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the following countries: Albania Australia Austria Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Burundi Canada Chile China Colombia Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Ecuador El Salvador Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia Germany Greece Guadeloupe Hong Kong India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Japan Kenya Korea, Republic of Kuwait Libyan Arab Jamahiriya Lithuania Macao Malaysia Mexico Monaco Morocco Namibia Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Poland Puerto Rico Qatar Reunion Romania Russian Federation Saudi Arabia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sudan Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Turkey United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0034-2013) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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