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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Power Express, REF B90918

Reported: September 11, 2024 Initiated: July 17, 2024 #Z-2978-2024

Product Description

Power Express, REF B90918

Reason for Recall

The adhesive joint between the plastic socket and metal component of the Power Express Sample Holder can fail, causing the metal part to detach and enter the centrifuge. This detachment can result in damage to the centrifuge and potential destruction of the patient sample resulting in delayed results and possible exposure of lab technician to biohazardous material.

Details

Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia, Bahrain, Canada, China, Colombia, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Jordan, Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Panama, Qatar, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Amirates, United Kingdom, Vietnam.
Location
Munchen

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Power Express, REF B90918. Recalled by Beckman Coulter Biomedical GmbH.
Why was this product recalled?
The adhesive joint between the plastic socket and metal component of the Power Express Sample Holder can fail, causing the metal part to detach and enter the centrifuge. This detachment can result in damage to the centrifuge and potential destruction of the patient sample resulting in delayed results and possible exposure of lab technician to biohazardous material.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 11, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2978-2024.