Roche recalls cobas p 701 post-analytical units (serials 1001-1037, 502) due to risk of tray flap detaching. This could cause sample damage or instrument malfunction.
There is a potential for the tray input flap on the post analytical units to become loose, potentially detaching from the instrument.
Roche is recalling cobas p 701 post-analytical units with serial numbers 1001 through 1037 and 502 because the tray input flap might become loose and detach. This could lead to sample damage or instrument malfunction if the unit is used improperly.
The tray input flap on the post-analytical units can become loose and detach from the instrument. This may cause diagnostic samples to be damaged or the unit to malfunction during use.
Lab technicians and healthcare facilities using these units for diagnostic sample storage and retrieval are most at risk. The affected units have specific serial numbers.
Check if your cobas p 701 post-analytical unit has a serial number between 1001 and 1037 or 502. These units are used for diagnostic sample storage and retrieval.
Identify the serial number on your cobas p 701 post-analytical unit to confirm if it falls within the affected range (1001-1037 or 502).
Reach out to Roche Diagnostics Corporation for specific instructions on whether to stop using the unit or if a repair is needed.
The recalled units are Roche cobas p 701 post-analytical units with serial numbers 1001 through 1037 and 502.
The recall is due to a potential risk that the tray input flap on these units could become loose and detach, which might damage diagnostic samples or cause instrument malfunction.
The recall does not require immediate stoppage; however, you should check the serial number and contact Roche for specific guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Roche to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1928-2019 — Roche Roche Hello, I own a Roche that is covered by recall Z-1928-2019 from Roche. 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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