Reported May 14, 2014 · Terminated
ADVIA Centaur XP Immunoassay system, an automated in vitro diagnostic analyzer. Catalog # 078-A011-03 - ADVIA Centaur…
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.What you should do
Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.
Firm contact: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics · 511 Benedict Ave · Tarrytown, NY · 10591-5005
Is this the product you have?
- ADVIA Centaur XP Immunoassay system, an automated in vitro diagnostic analyzer. Catalog # 078-A011-03 - ADVIA Centaur XP, Catalog # 078-A011R03 - ADVIA Centaur XP refurb.
- Lot codes and dates
- All serial numbers of Catalog # 078-A011-03 - ADVIA Centaur XP and Catalog # 078-A011R03 - ADVIA Centaur XP refurb.
- Amount recalled
- 5,900 units total (1,679 domestically & 4,221 internationally)
Where it was sold
- Nationwide
Why it was recalled
Instrument Cover Gas Spring failures. Over time, the gas spring may lose its effectiveness and fail to support the cover in its full or partially open position. This may lead to the cover falling.
This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.
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