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Device product

Bulk Loader Module for cobas p 512/612 Pre-analytical sample handling that includes de-capping, aliquoting and sorting of samples for analysis. In vitro diagnostic machine component.

Z-0297-2016

September 22, 2015

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
Event
Event 72427
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
1
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0297-2016

Official wording

Reason: Possible for sample tubes in the loader to be opened and contaminate the system as well as adjacent samples during processing.

Code information: During transport from the Bulk Loader Module (BLM), catalog number 07135645001, to the cobas p 512/p 612 pre-analytical instruments, sample tubes may inadvertently open and spill, causing contamination of the system.

Distribution pattern: Distributed to TX only.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Possible for sample tubes in the loader to be opened and contaminate the system as well as adjacent samples during processing.

Field note

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