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CELL-DYN Ruby System: List Number: 08H6701; Hematology: The CELL-DYN Ruby System is a mult...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1438-2017 — Class II — February 13, 2017

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1438-2017
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated February 13, 2017
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Abbott Laboratories
Location Santa Clara, CA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 116

Product Description

CELL-DYN Ruby System: List Number: 08H6701; Hematology: The CELL-DYN Ruby System is a multi-parameter automated hematology analyzer designed for in-vitro diagnostic use in clinical laboratories

Reason for Recall

The Pump Relay Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) used in the CELL-DYN Ruby instrument may prematurely fail and lead to instrument stoppage

Distribution Pattern

US and Afghanistan, Brazil, Egypt, Tanzania, Hungary, Iraq, Kenya, Netherlands, Russia, Romania Vietnam, , United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Philippines, Lebanon, Mexico, Japan, Jordan, India, Indonesia, Turkey, UAE, Gaza & Jericho, Germany, Bulgaria, Chile, Argentina, Luxembourg.

Lot / Code Information

Affected serial numbers: 70002BG 70026BG 70050BG 70076BG 70105BG 70141BG 70003BG 70028BG 70051BG 70077BG 70106BG 70142BG 70004BG 70029BG 70052BG 70079BG 70107BG 70144BG 70005BG 70030BG 70054BG 70082BG 70113BG 70146BG 70006BG 70031BG 70056BG 70084BG 70114BG 70147BG 70007BG 70032BG 70058BG 70086BG 70119BG 70149BG 70008BG 70033BG 70059BG 70087BG 70120BG 70164BG 70009BG 70034BG 70061BG 70088BG 70124BG 70165BG 70010BG 70035BG 70063BG 70089BG 70125BG 70166BG 70011BG 70036BG 70064BG 70090BG 70127BG 70167BG 70012BG 70037BG 70065BG 70091BG 70129BG 70170BG 70013BG 70038BG 70067BG 70092BG 70130BG 70171BG 70014BG 70039BG 70068BG 70093BG 70131BG 70178BG 70016BG 70040BG 70069BG 70094BG 70132BG 70181BG 70018BG 70042BG 70070BG 70095BG 70133BG 70183BG 70019BG 70043BG 70071BG 70096BG 70134BG 70189BG 70020BG 70044BG 70072BG 70099BG 70136BG 70021BG 70045BG 70073BG 70100BG 70137BG 70024BG 70046BG 70074BG 70103BG 70138BG 70025BG 70047BG 70075BG 70104BG 70140BG. UPDATE: 2-28-17 - five additional serial numbers added: 55899BG, 55900BG, 55901BG, 55902BG 55904BG.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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