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MalfunctionJZT

VIDAS

Received Sep 13, 2001 · Event occurred Aug 28, 2001

Report 1950204-2001-00015 · MDR key 351836

Device

Generic name

Immunoflurometric Equipment

Manufacturer

Biomerieux, Inc.

Model number

VIDAS 30

Catalog number

W2010

Lot number

NA

Product problems

  • Repair
  • Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings

Patient

*

  • Unknown (for use when the patient's condition is not known)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CUSTOMER CALLED EUROPEAN OFFICE TO COMPLAIN OF INCORRECT RESULTS USING CO'S RBG ASSAY. FIELD SVC WAS DISPATCHED AND AFTER TESTING THE PUMP REPLACED THE PUMP. FURTHER ANALYSIS BY ENGINEERING STAFF REVEALED THAT THE PUMP WAS CLOGGED.

Remedial action

  • Notification
  • Inspection
  • Repair
  • Replace