CELLTRACKS ANALYZER II (Software Version 2.5.1 & Below. Product Usage: The CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System is a general purpose laboratory instrument used with immunomagnetic reagents that capture and enrich target cells, and labeling reagents that differentiate cells in whole blood. Cell analyzers such as the CellTracks Analyzer II, CellSpotter System, flow cytometers or microscopes may be used for cell identification and enumeration. The system is fit for in vitro diagnostic use. In the CellTracks Analyzer II software 2.5.1 release notes Pub. No. J40136EN issued 2012-03-26 page 1, the document states that the edit patient sample information screen now includes a patient information section, a new feature unique to software 2.5.1. This section provides a drop down for patient race and cancer type. There are also separate fields for first and last name for both the physician and patient. There is no mention of the drop down patient ID box on the right side of the user interface which auto-populates previous sample data.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: December 28, 2012 Veridex Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    CELLTRACKS ANALYZER II (Software Version 2.5.1 & Below). Product Code: CT1476B (9555).
  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:
Veridex, LLC
Reason for Recall:
Veridex, LLC has received a report that a patient's demographics were incorrectly associated with another patient's identification (PID) number. The purpose of this notification is to inform you of the issue and provide instructions to help prevent an occurrence on your CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System and CELLTRACKS ANALYZER II.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

CELLTRACKS ANALYZER II (Software Version 2.5.1 & Below. Product Usage: The CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System is a general purpose laboratory instrument used with immunomagnetic reagents that capture and enrich target cells, and labeling reagents that differentiate cells in whole blood. Cell analyzers such as the CellTracks Analyzer II, CellSpotter System, flow cytometers or microscopes may be used for cell identification and enumeration. The system is fit for in vitro diagnostic use. In the CellTracks Analyzer II software 2.5.1 release notes Pub. No. J40136EN issued 2012-03-26 page 1, the document states that the edit patient sample information screen now includes a patient information section, a new feature unique to software 2.5.1. This section provides a drop down for patient race and cancer type. There are also separate fields for first and last name for both the physician and patient. There is no mention of the drop down patient ID box on the right side of the user interface which auto-populates previous sample data.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

CELLTRACKS ANALYZER II (Software Version 2.5.1 & Below). Product Code: CT1476B (9555).

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1950-2013

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