Recall Z-0019-2019— Leica Microsystems, Inc.

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Leica Microsystems, Inc., initiated 2018-09-04, terminated 2020-07-10. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Leica HistoCore SPECTRA CV Coverslipper, used in preparation of histological and cytological tissue samples for microscopic analysis for medical diagnostics.. Reason: Product was assembled with an isolating fiberglass hose within the oven in the wrong position. This results in improper shielding from potential electrical shock..

Recalling firm
Leica Microsystems, Inc.
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2018-09-04
Terminated
2020-07-10
Firm location
Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Product description

Leica HistoCore SPECTRA CV Coverslipper, used in preparation of histological and cytological tissue samples for microscopic analysis for medical diagnostics.

Reason for recall

Product was assembled with an isolating fiberglass hose within the oven in the wrong position. This results in improper shielding from potential electrical shock.

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