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Dimension Vista 500 and 1500 Analyzers
- Starting date:
- May 24, 2013
- Posting date:
- July 23, 2013
- Type of communication:
- Medical Device Recall
- Subcategory:
- Medical Device
- Hazard classification:
- Type III
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Medical Devices
- Audience:
- General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
- Identification number:
- RA-34225
Recalled products
- Dimension Vista 1500 Analyzer
- Dimension Vista 500 Analyzer
Reason
Siemens is conducting a recall for Dimension Vista 500 and Dimension Vista 1500 systems using software versions 3.4 and 3.5.1. There is a potential for the vial volume of in-use vista calibrators, controls, or sample diluent to incorrectly revert to full volume when removed and reloaded.
Affected products
A. Dimension Vista 1500 Analyzer
Lot or serial number
More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer
Model or catalog number
- 1000033793
Companies
- Manufacturer
-
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.
500 GBC Drive, Mailstop 514, PO Box 6101
Newark
19714-6101
Delaware
UNITED STATES
B. Dimension Vista 500 Analyzer
Lot or serial number
More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer
Model or catalog number
- 1000034648
Companies
- Manufacturer
-
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.
500 GBC Drive, Mailstop 514, PO Box 6101
Newark
19714-6101
Delaware
UNITED STATES