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SLIDERPREP PLUS SLIDE PREPARATION CENTRIFUGE. Produce a monolayer of cells onto a glass slide from any fluid suspension.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: March 13, 2013 Separation Technology Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Serial numbers: 0110, 0111, 0112, 0210, 0211, 0212, 0310, 0311, 0312, 0410, 0411, 0412, 0511, 0512, 0611, 0710, 0711, 0811, 0812, 0910, 0911, 0912, 1011, 1012, 1112, 1210, 1212.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Separation Technology, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Separation Technology, Inc. recalled SlidePrep Plus Cytology Centrifuges manufactured prior to January 1, 2013 for having the potential to start up unexpectedly when encountering an electrostatic discharge.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

SLIDERPREP PLUS SLIDE PREPARATION CENTRIFUGE. Produce a monolayer of cells onto a glass slide from any fluid suspension.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Serial numbers: 0110, 0111, 0112, 0210, 0211, 0212, 0310, 0311, 0312, 0410, 0411, 0412, 0511, 0512, 0611, 0710, 0711, 0811, 0812, 0910, 0911, 0912, 1011, 1012, 1112, 1210, 1212.

Official Source

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View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1367-2013