Veridex, LLC: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1949-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System (Software Version 2.4.1 & Below. Product Usage: The CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System is a general purpose laboratory instrument used with immunomagnetic reagents that capture and enrich target cells, and labeling reagents that differentiate cells in whole blood. Cell analyzers such as the CellTracks Analyzer II, CellSpotter System, flow cytometers or microscopes may be used for cell identification and enumeration. The system is fit for in vitro diagnostic use. In the CellTracks AutoPrep System software 2.4.1 release notes Pub. No. J40135EN issued 2012-03-26 page 2, the document states that a new feature unique to software 2.4.1 allows the used to modify a batch in a new way. The user has additional optional fields in the edit sample information dialog box that allows one to enter expanded sample and patient information. The user can also edit the patient management setting for selected samples if not all samples have the same designation.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 28, 2012

Date Posted: August 21, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1949-2013

Event ID: 64304

Reason for Recall:

Veridex, LLC has received a report that a patient's demographics were incorrectly associated with another patient's identification (PID) number. The purpose of this notification is to inform you of the issue and provide instructions to help prevent an occurrence on your CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System and CELLTRACKS ANALYZER II.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: US: 82 Units; Ex-US 78 Units.

Code Information:

CELLTRACKS AUTOPREP System (Software Version 2.4.1 & Below). Product Code: CT4297B (9541).

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and the countries of Australia, Canada, China, India, Japan, Singapore, England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated