Recall – Immunoassay analyzer design defect can lead to overpressure

Company: Abbott Laboratories, Inc
Date of Enforcement Report: 8/18/2021
Class II

PRODUCT

Alinity s System REF 06P16-01. An automated immunoassay analyzer for In Vitro diagnostic use in blood donor screening, plasma and plasmapheresis screening, and organ donor centers, hospitals, and reference laboratories.

Recall Number: Z-2241-2021

REASON

A design defect (hardware and software) allows liquid waste pressure to build up and potentially spray users/operators.

RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER

Abbott Laboratories, Inc on 7/12/2021. Voluntary:  Firm Initiated recall is ongoing.

VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE

260 systems

DISTRIBUTION

U.S. Nationwide and International

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15148 Springview St.
Tampa, FL 33624
USA
+1-781-721-2921
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