Sendx Medical Inc: ABL 80 CO-OX SYSTEM, software versions 1.30 and 1.31 Additional Product Codes: CEM, CGA, CGZ, GHS, GKR, GLY, JFP, JGS, JIX, JJY, JPI The ABL 80 CO-OX SYSTEM is a portable, automated analyzer that measures pH, blood gases, electrolytes, glucose and oximetry in whole blood. The ABL 80 CO-OX SYSTEM is intended for use by trained technologists, nurses, physicians and therapists. It is intended for use in a laboratory environment, near patient or point-of-care setting.

Recall number

Z-0150-2010

Recalling firm

Sendx Medical Inc

Product

ABL 80 CO-OX SYSTEM, software versions 1.30 and 1.31 Additional Product Codes: CEM, CGA, CGZ, GHS, GKR, GLY, JFP, JGS, JIX, JJY, JPI The ABL 80 CO-OX SYSTEM is a portable, automated analyzer that measures pH, blood gases, electrolytes, glucose and oximetry in whole blood. The ABL 80 CO-OX SYSTEM is intended for use by trained technologists, nurses, physicians and therapists. It is intended for use in a laboratory environment, near patient or point-of-care setting.

Status

Terminated

Initiated

2009-02-20

Posted

2009-11-10

Terminated

2012-07-16

Reason

Inverness have recently become aware of a potential error contained in V1.30 and V1.31 software for the ABL 80 CO-OX platform. The error can occur if the analyzer is set to automatically upload patient records to Radiance or an HIS/LIS system. This can result in the reporting of incorrect results for one or more CO-OX derived parameters. Incorrect results can be displayed on the screen and the

Root cause

Other

Action

Radiometer sent out a letter to consignees informing them of public reason for recall, and telling them that they have provided a copy of the upgrade software and instructions to correct this potential problem immediately. Software upgrade instructions were included with the recall letter. Consignees were informed that if they preferred that their local service representative perform the upgrade, to follow the Instructions for disabling auto upload of patients records. SOFTWARE UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS: The upgrade software must be installed via the Software Upgrade option under Menu>Utilities>Software Upgrade. It is not a "boo table" CD. ~The Upgrade process will take approximately 10 minutes. The analyzer should be allowed to complete the entire process without user interaction. Do not attempt to turn the analyzer on or off manually at any time during the process. ~The upgrade process will include the following general steps: 1. Automatic power down and reboot of the analyzer 2. File transfer process which includes a variety of progress bars to communicate the status 3. Automatic power down and reboot of the analyzer a second time 4. A dialog box on the main menu screen that states, "ABL80 FLEX software has been upgraded to version 1.32." This signifies a successful upgrade process. ~If a solution pack and a sensor cassette are already installed on the analyzer, their installation status will not be affected by the software upgrade. ~All stored data will be retained in all logs They were also asked to complete and return the attached fax form, with their signature, to 1-800-736-0601. If their were any questions regarding the letter, or upgrade, to contact Techline at 1-800-736-0600 opt.

Quantity

317

Distribution

Domestically and Worldwide: Germany, France, Spain, United Kingdom, Poland, Austria, Italy, Tokyo, Australia, and Denmark Domestically to OH

Lot, serial or model codes

Model Number: 393-841 all serial numbers are affected.

510(k) numbers

["K080370"]

PMA numbers

not on file

Product code

CHL

Firm FEI

2027541

Firm city

Carlsbad

Firm state

CA

Firm country

not on file

Cite as

FDA Medical Device Recalls (openFDA) (U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA)), device-recall-0001-of-0001.json.zip, sha256 b87518bfe2e8, published 2026-09-28

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