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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Amplilink (AL) Software 3.2.3 for use with COBAS AMPLICOR, CAP/CA, COBAS TaqMan,and COBAS AmpliPrep/COBAS TaqMan. The software can be used with a Laboratory Information System.

Reported: September 26, 2012 Initiated: April 23, 2012 #Z-2403-2012

Product Description

Amplilink (AL) Software 3.2.3 for use with COBAS AMPLICOR, CAP/CA, COBAS TaqMan,and COBAS AmpliPrep/COBAS TaqMan. The software can be used with a Laboratory Information System.

Reason for Recall

When using a Laboratory Information system (LIS) with automated systems utilizing AMPLILINK software v3.2 series (AL v3.2) there is a potential for wrong results to be assigned to an order.

Details

Units Affected
1292 instruments
Distribution
Nationwide (USA) Distribution
Location
Branchburg, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Amplilink (AL) Software 3.2.3 for use with COBAS AMPLICOR, CAP/CA, COBAS TaqMan,and COBAS AmpliPrep/COBAS TaqMan. The software can be used with a Laboratory Information System.. Recalled by Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.. Units affected: 1292 instruments.
Why was this product recalled?
When using a Laboratory Information system (LIS) with automated systems utilizing AMPLILINK software v3.2 series (AL v3.2) there is a potential for wrong results to be assigned to an order.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 26, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2403-2012.