PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Emerald Diluent Tubing, List number 09H50-01, accompanying CELL-DYN Emerald instrument, List number 09H39-01. The firm name on the label is Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL.

Reported: October 30, 2019 Initiated: May 9, 2019 #Z-0173-2020

Product Description

Emerald Diluent Tubing, List number 09H50-01, accompanying CELL-DYN Emerald instrument, List number 09H39-01. The firm name on the label is Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL.

Reason for Recall

The diluent tubing used on the instrument appears cloudy or to have a powder/film on the inner and outer surfaces which may result in falsely elevated platelet results.

Details

Recalling Firm
Abbott Laboratories
Units Affected
22 analyzers with tubing
Distribution
Distribution was made to GA, LA, MA, NC, NY, SC, and TX. There was no military/government distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Australia, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, and Serbia.
Location
Santa Clara, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Emerald Diluent Tubing, List number 09H50-01, accompanying CELL-DYN Emerald instrument, List number 09H39-01. The firm name on the label is Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL.. Recalled by Abbott Laboratories. Units affected: 22 analyzers with tubing.
Why was this product recalled?
The diluent tubing used on the instrument appears cloudy or to have a powder/film on the inner and outer surfaces which may result in falsely elevated platelet results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 30, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0173-2020.