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Perkinelmer recalls Perkin Elmer Genetic Screening Processor (GSP) Product Code: 2021-0010 Product Usage: The GSP instrument is a fully
Recalled August 8, 2012 · FDA recall Z-2121-2012 · Perkinelmer
Hazard
Contamination from GSP Shaker unit results in decreased signal activity of assay measurements for Genetic Screening for Neonatal IRT, TSH and IRT · FDA Class II
Units
78 units
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Egypt, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Saudi Arabia,Switzerland,
Description
Contamination from GSP Shaker unit results in decreased signal activity of assay measurements for Genetic Screening for Neonatal IRT, TSH and IRT
Product
Perkin Elmer Genetic Screening Processor (GSP) Product Code: 2021-0010 Product Usage: The GSP instrument is a fully automated, high throughput batch analyzer for time- resolved and prompt fluorescence analysis of samples in microtitration plates. It is intended for in vitro quantitative / qualitative determination of analytes in body fluids. The reagent kits running on the GSP instrument are used to test blood specimens dried on filter paper as an aid in screening newborns for congenital disorders. Currently assays for the determination of T4, TSH, 17OHP, IRT and GALT are cleared and available for use with the GSP instrument.
Manufacturer(s)
Perkinelmer
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →