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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 19, 2017

Nova Biomedical Stat Profile Prime Analyzer as follows: PN 52855 Stat Profile Prime ABG Analyzer PN 53655 Stat Profile Prime ABG Analyzer with Scanner PN 52856 Stat Profile Prime CCS Analyzer PN 53656 Stat Profile Prime CCS Analyzer with Scanner PN 53657 Stat Profile Prime CCS Comp Analyzer with Scanner PN 52857 Stat Profile Prime CCS Comp Analyzer Blood Gas/Electrolyte/Metabolite/CO-Oximetry Analyzer

Software- scheduled A-QC analysis could initiate prior to a patient result being released by the operator and result in the pending patient result being overwritten with the A-Q…

Recall #
Z-2732-2017
Affected scope
179 units (US) and 904 (OUS) Total 1083
Initiated
June 19, 2017
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Nova Biomedical Corporation recalled Nova Biomedical Stat Profile Prime Analyzer as follows: PN 52855 Stat Profile Prime ABG … - a moderate-severity action.

Nova Biomedical Stat Profile Prime Analyzer as follows: PN 52855 Stat Profile Prime ABG … was recalled by Nova Biomedical Corporation in July 19, 2017. Reason: Software- scheduled A-QC analysis could initiate prior to a patient result being released by the operator an…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2732-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Nova Biomedical Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Software- scheduled A-QC analysis could initiate prior to a patient result being released by the operator an….

Moderate
severity level
179 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 19, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2732-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2732-2017) was formally reported on July 19, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 19, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Nova Biomedical Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Waltham, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 179 units (US) and 904 (OUS) Total 1083.

The documented reason for this recall is: Software- scheduled A-QC analysis could initiate prior to a patient result being released by the operator and result in the pending patient result being overwritten with the A-QC test results. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) Foreign: Albania Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Benin Bolivia Brazil Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Czech Republic ECUADOR Egypt El Sal…. 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 - 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,422 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

179 units (US) and 904 (OUS) Total 1083

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

Nova Biomedical Stat Profile Prime Analyzer as follows: PN 52855 Stat Profile Prime ABG Analyzer PN 53655 Stat Profile Prime ABG Analyzer with Scanner PN 52856 Stat Profile Prime CCS Analyzer PN 53656 Stat Profile Prime CCS Analyzer with Scanner PN 53657 Stat Profile Prime CCS Comp Analyzer with Scanner PN 52857 Stat Profile Prime CCS Comp Analyzer Blood Gas/Electrolyte/Metabolite/CO-Oximetry Analyzer

Reason for recall

Software- scheduled A-QC analysis could initiate prior to a patient result being released by the operator and result in the pending patient result being overwritten with the A-QC test results.

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-2732-2017
Date reported July 19, 2017
Date initiated June 19, 2017
Recalling firm Nova Biomedical Corporation
Firm location Waltham, MA
Affected scope 179 units (US) and 904 (OUS) Total 1083
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) Foreign: Albania Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Benin Bolivia Brazil Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Czech Republic ECUADOR Egypt El Salvador Finland Fran…

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

Scale of Impact

179 units (US) and 904 (OUS) Total 1083 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
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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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Nova Biomedical Stat Profile Prime Analyzer as follows: PN 52855 Stat Profile Prime ABG Analyzer PN 53655 Stat Profile Prime ABG Analyzer with Scanner PN 52856 Stat Profile Prime CCS Analyzer PN 53656 Stat Profile Prime CCS Analyzer with Scanner PN 53657 Stat Profile Prime CCS Comp Analyzer with Scanner PN 52857 Stat Profile Prime CCS Comp Analyzer Blood Gas/Electrolyte/Metabolite/CO-Oximetry Analyzer. Recalled by Nova Biomedical Corporation. Units affected: 179 units (US) and 904 (OUS) Total 1083.
Why was this product recalled?
Software- scheduled A-QC analysis could initiate prior to a patient result being released by the operator and result in the pending patient result being overwritten with the A-QC test results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2732-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) Foreign: Albania Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Benin Bolivia Brazil Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Czech Republic ECUADOR Egypt El Salvador Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Guyana Honduras Hong Kong Hungary ICELAND India Iran Israel Italy Ivory Coast Japan Jordan Kenya Korea Latvia Macedonia Malaysia Mexico Nepal Netherlands Nigeria Pakistan Pakistan Palestine Peru Philippines Poland Puerto Rico Republic of Panama Republica Dominicana Russia Saudi Arabia Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa Sri Lanka Switzerland Taiwan Thailand The Netherlands Trinidad,W.I. Tunisia Turkey UK Uruguay Vietnam.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2732-2017) 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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