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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Hologic Panther(R) Fusion(TM), Catalog number ASY-09600 Product Usage: The Panther instrument is a fully automated sample-to-result instrument, eliminating the need for batch processing and automates all aspects of nucleic acid testing on a single, integrated platform. The Panther can be test samples with random access or batch managed; can perform multiple assays on the same patient sample with up to 4 different assays simultaneously.

Reported: February 21, 2018 Initiated: January 20, 2018 #Z-0595-2018

Product Description

Hologic Panther(R) Fusion(TM), Catalog number ASY-09600 Product Usage: The Panther instrument is a fully automated sample-to-result instrument, eliminating the need for batch processing and automates all aspects of nucleic acid testing on a single, integrated platform. The Panther can be test samples with random access or batch managed; can perform multiple assays on the same patient sample with up to 4 different assays simultaneously.

Reason for Recall

The Panther or the Panther Fusion glass panel separates from the 19 inch touch screen monitor and could potentially fall and hit an operator.

Details

Recalling Firm
Hologic, Inc
Units Affected
103 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution
Location
San Diego, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Hologic Panther(R) Fusion(TM), Catalog number ASY-09600 Product Usage: The Panther instrument is a fully automated sample-to-result instrument, eliminating the need for batch processing and automates all aspects of nucleic acid testing on a single, integrated platform. The Panther can be test samples with random access or batch managed; can perform multiple assays on the same patient sample with up to 4 different assays simultaneously.. Recalled by Hologic, Inc. Units affected: 103 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The Panther or the Panther Fusion glass panel separates from the 19 inch touch screen monitor and could potentially fall and hit an operator.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 21, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0595-2018.