Abaxis recalls Piccolo Xpress chemistry analyzers with specific model numbers and software versions due to incorrect reference ranges for analytes. Affected units may provide inaccurate test results.
Incorrect reference ranges of analytes.
Abaxis is recalling certain Piccolo Xpress chemistry analyzers that have incorrect reference ranges for test results. This could lead to inaccurate medical diagnoses if used for patient testing.
The analyzer uses incorrect reference ranges for certain analytes, which can cause test results to be inaccurate. This might lead to misdiagnosis of pet health conditions if the device is used for veterinary testing.
Pet owners using the Piccolo Xpress chemistry analyzer for veterinary testing are most at risk. The recall affects specific model numbers and software versions sold between 2019 and 2023.
Check for model numbers 1100-0000 or 1100-0001, software versions 2.1.55 (NGA) or 3.1.35 (Jen II), and the listed serial numbers. The recall covers units sold from 2019 to 2023.
Verify the model number on your Piccolo Xpress analyzer; affected units have model numbers 1100-0000 or 1100-0001.
Update to the latest software version to correct the reference ranges, as the recall includes specific software versions.
The Piccolo Xpress chemistry analyzer has incorrect reference ranges for certain analytes, which could lead to inaccurate test results for pets.
No, you can continue using it but you must update the software to the latest version to fix the issue.
Software versions 2.1.55 (NGA models) and 3.1.35 (Jen II models) are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Abaxis to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2361-2020 — Abaxis Abaxis Hello, I own a Abaxis that is covered by recall Z-2361-2020 from Abaxis. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
