CanadaThe Sysmex DI-60™ Main Unit (model/catalogue CC286297; all lots/serial numbers) is affected. It was recalled because when analyzing a slide with an unreadable barcode the DI-60 can incorrectly read the barcode and misattribute results, a risk that is higher with certain readers and barcode placements; interim measures are advised and firmware upgrades will be provided to affected units. Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
What's being recalled
Companies: Sysmex Corporation, 4-4-4- Takatsukadai, Kobe, Japan, 651-2271.
How to identify it
Affected products: Sysmex DI-60™ Main Unit; Lot or serial number: All lots.; Model or catalogue number: CC286297
The hazard
When analyzing a slide with unreadable barcode in a DI-60, there is a risk of incorrect barcode reading and misattribution of results. This risk is higher with certain readers and barcode placements. Interim measures are advised as per notice, and firmware upgrades will be provided to affected units.
What to do
Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Health Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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