Diagnostic Equipment

Cystatin C Reagent marketed without a 510 (k)

If the Sensis documentation functionality is used during adding of once-per-study reporting events (e.g., Type 1 events, as further defined in the administrator manual), the possibility exists that the application could crash.

Heater shaker module does not perform heating if the temperature is set below 40¿C for static incubation steps when running IVD protocol QIAamp¿ DSP DNA Mini Kit (cat. no. 61304), Protocol: Isolation of genomic DNA from Gram-positive bacteria (Script filename: Kt_name_Bacteria (Gram+) or rY'east_Enzymatic Lysis_ V2) which could potentially cause delayed or erroneous results depending on the downstream assay.

If automated dispensing cabinets have specific software versions, and Component Manager was configured to "installed mode", and software patch KB 5033688 was installed in the production environment, then this will will lead to an error that prevents the user from accessing the dispensing software application, which may delay accessing medication.

Multitest with compromised raw material used to assess immune system status may result in flow cytometry plot with unusual staining pattern, nonspecific aggregates, high background, double positive event increase on CD3+CD4+vsCD3+CD8+ and/or CD3-CD16+CD56+vsCD3-CD19+, contaminated antibodies, may lead to erroneous or delayed results, additional patient sample, might impact healthcare decisions

Non-conformance pertains to electromagnetic compatibility requirements according to the international technical standard IEC 60601-1-2 for the safety and essential performance of medical electrical equipment, where the result from the Horizon DXA System exceeded the limit for acceptability.

During manufacturing, the step to install an Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Absorber was omitted. The purpose of the EMI absorber is to prevent EMI leakage that might potentially affect other devices in the vicinity or the device itself may be vulnerable to EMI resulting in device malfunction or unavailability.

The Braun Thermoscan PRO 6000 ear thermometers may have been shipped with a compact disc (CD) containing an outdated version of the Instructions for Use (IFU).

Ultrasound system has a bug in affected iOS software, which after DICOM export, can cause inaccuracy in postprocessed measurements done in 3rd party software, such as PACS or other post-processing software, which may lead to inaccurate diagnoses or treatment.

A potential issue with ARTIS icono systems equipped with a small detector and a corresponding collimator (model # 10843101) was identified. In very rare situations, the first x-ray release following patient registration may be performed with incorrect copper prefiltration. If the described issue occurs, the applied radiation dose rate may be higher than intended by the user.

A potential issue with ARTIS icono systems equipped with a small detector and a corresponding collimator (model # 10843101) was identified. In very rare situations, the first x-ray release following patient registration may be performed with incorrect copper prefiltration. If the described issue occurs, the applied radiation dose rate may be higher than intended by the user.

Beckman Coulter is recalling their DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay Analyzers, an in vitro diagnostic device used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative, or qualitative determination of various analyte concentrations found in human body fluids, by correction. The reason for the recall is: Beckman Coulter has determined that the DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay analyzer accepts calibrator values scanned from multiple calibrator cards when an operator configures a new calibrator lot. The analyzer accepts the calibrator lot values from any scanned calibrator card, regardless of the assay test code or calibrator material lot number. The software is not validating the integrity of each calibrator barcode scanned to ensure they are all from the same calibrator card. This includes all software versions and all DxI 9000 instruments that are currently in the field. This issue does not impact calibrator material with 2D calibrator card barcodes. This may cause a failed calibration curve. The health risk to patients is dependent upon the analytes that could be impacted by the error, to include receiving delayed or erroneous results. The issue was identified by Beckman Coulter while conducting a field action on DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay Analyzers.

Diagnostic electrophysiology (EP) catheters do not meet testing requirements.

The reason for the recall is the pneumatic tubing used in the analytical pick-and-place (PnP) assembly cable may fully or partially disconnect from the flex cable assembly fittings during normal operation. The DxI 9000 Access Immunoassay Analyzer may generate a System Event log message that indicates PnP errors. Any cancelled tests will have an associated SYS flag. The analyzer may enter the Red-system status because of this issue. The analyzer also may not eject RVs, where unbound conjugate could potentially splash up on the sidewall of the RV, not being properly washed away, resulting in an artificially higher signal (RLU). The analyzer may not detect this splashing and continue with normal operation, which can cause false low or high erroneous results. Consequently, the analyzer may cancel in-progress tests. These errors could potentially cause delay reporting patient test results and patient treatments. The degree of the potential health hazard is dependent on the analytes that are potentially delayed, especially those analytes that would be used in the acute setting when treatment decisions are immediate. In this particular recall the highest risk analyte is troponin. Health consequences could include permanent impairment or possibly death if medical treatment decisions are delayed due to a delay in obtaining patient results. The issue was identified by Beckman Coulter Inc. manufacturing staff at their location in Brea California on February 29, 2024, during in-process acceptance inspection activities.

A potential issue with ARTIS icono systems equipped with a small detector and a corresponding collimator (model # 10843101) was identified. In very rare situations, the first x-ray release following patient registration may be performed with incorrect copper prefiltration. If the described issue occurs, the applied radiation dose rate may be higher than intended by the user.

Potential for inaccurate fetal heart rate measurements when monitoring multiples.

GE HealthCare has become aware of the potential for loss of monitoring on CARESCAPE Canvas 1000, CARESCAPE Canvas Smart Display, and certain versions of CARESCAPE B850 and CARESCAPE B650 monitors if, following the replacement of the CPU timekeeper battery, a mains power loss occurs during active monitoring. In the unlikely event that this occurs, it can result in the displays or monitors not turning on, after the mains power is restored. This can result in a delay in recognizing changes in patient condition until a replacement monitor is connected.

One Test Kit lot (TK1-10114) shows a positive bias in the platelet count due to bacterial contamination which can result in elevated counts with a bias of 7.5 k/ul. This results in the test kit lot performing outside of the device specification.

Potential for coils to heat up and harm patients (burn).

Device is not in full compliance to Type CF requirements of IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-2-34 standards. Therefore, there is a potential risk of electric shock. Health consequences may include electrical shock, burns, and cardiac arrhythmia.