The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2251-2016·Announced 2016-08-03

Best Theratronics Cabinet X-Ray Systems Recalled for Performance Non-Compliance

Best Theratronics is recalling 128 cabinet x-ray systems used to irradiate blood products because they failed to comply with performance standards.

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, which typically indicates a situation where use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. As no specific injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text, and the issue is a performance standard compliance failure rather than a direct acute hazard like a fire or pathogen, a Moderate severity is appropriate.

Plain-English summary

Best Theratronics Ltd. is recalling 128 cabinet x-ray systems intended for the irradiation of blood and blood products. These devices are used to inactivate T-lymphocytes in transfusion bags to prevent Graft Versus Host Disease. The recall covers all Raycell units with serial numbers 5000 and higher, which were distributed nationwide.

The recall was initiated because it was discovered that both the new device and the predicate device failed to comply with performance standards. The source text does not specify the exact nature of the performance failure or report any specific injuries or illnesses associated with the use of these devices.

Healthcare facilities and blood banks that possess these units should contact Best Theratronics Ltd. for instructions on how to proceed with the recall. Users should verify their equipment serial numbers to determine if they are affected.

The recalled product

Product
Best Theratronics cabinet x-ray systems intended for use in the irradiation of blood and blood products (packaged in transfusion bags) to inactivate T-lymphocytes for the prevention of Graft Versus Host Disease.
Affected units
128

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 (1)

  • All Raycell units with serial #'s 5000 and higher.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same hazard · performance non compliance

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