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Roche cobas p 612 pre-analytical system (63x) Model: 07563116001 The cobas p 612 pre-analytical system is a computer controlled fully automatic system for sorting of open and closed barcoded and centrifuged and non-centrifuged sample tubes. The cobas p 612 is intended for use with analyzers that perform tests in the area of clinical chemistry, immuno chemistry, coagulation, hematology, urinalysis, nucleic acid testing.

Z-2944-2018

July 16, 2018

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
Event
Event 80617
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
12 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2944-2018

Official wording

Reason: Sample material may potentially come in contact with the pipetting nozzle during operation of cobas p 612 pre-analytical system (63x) (LCP1) with non-filter tips. The possible presence of biological material on the nozzle may cause contamination resulting in potential false positive results, depending on the sensitivity of the analytical technology.

Code information: All units

Distribution pattern: US Distribution to states of: CA, NY,TX, WA, and WI.

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Sample material may potentially come in contact with the pipetting nozzle during operation of cobas p 612 pre-analytical system (63x) (LCP1) with non-filter tips. The possible presence of biological material on the nozzle may cause contamination resulting in potential false positive results, depending on the sensitivity of the analytical technology.

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