FDA Device

Spectra Optia apheresis system, a blood component separator. Part No. 61000, Gambro BCT Lakewood, CO USA 80215.

Hazard

Under specific conditions, apheresis machine could return up to 60mL of air to the patient.

What You Should Do

Remedy

All consignees were notified by telephone beginning 09/17/2007. They were given instructions on how to safely use the machine. Letters were also sent on 09/22/2007 restating the information.

Products

Spectra Optia apheresis system, a blood component separator. Part No. 61000, Gambro BCT Lakewood, CO USA 80215.
Brand
Gambro BCT, Inc.
UPC
Part No. 61000, Serial Numbers 1P00100 to 1P00141.

Units Affected

15 units