Perkin Elmer WIZARD2 Gamma Counters Recalled for Barcode Label Error
Perkinelmer is recalling 18 WIZARD2 gamma counters because a barcode label error may produce erroneous results.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard is a labeling error that may produce erroneous results without reported injuries or deaths, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Perkinelmer is recalling 18 units of the WIZARD2 10-detector, 1000 samples gamma counter (Product Codes 2470-0200 and 3470-0200). The recall is due to an error in the WIZARD2 Barcode ID Label #023 content, which may produce erroneous results.
The affected devices are intended to detect and count gamma radiation emitted by clinical samples. The recall covers units distributed worldwide, including the United States and numerous international locations.
Users should contact Perkinelmer for further instructions regarding the recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Perkin Elmer WIZARD2 10-detector, 1000 samples Product Code: 2470-0200, 3470-0200 The Wizard¿" gamma counter is intended to detect and count gamma radiation emitted by clinical samples.
- Manufacturer
- Perkinelmer
- Affected units
- 18
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (4)
- DG11129863
- SGWZ06150240
- SGWZ30130027
- SGWZ31130028
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Perkinelmer under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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