Beckman Coulter is recalling the Power Express Sample Holder and its associated PE Centrifuge components (Models B90918, B36365, and B36366). An adhesive joint within the sample holder can fail, causing a metal piece to detach and enter the centrifuge while it is spinning. This defect can destroy patient samples, leading to significant delays in medical results and potentially exposing laboratory technicians to biohazardous materials if the equipment is damaged. All serial numbers for the affected models are included in this recall.
If the metal component detaches during operation, it can damage the centrifuge and break open containers holding patient specimens. This creates a risk of laboratory staff being exposed to hazardous biological materials and may lead to incorrect or delayed medical diagnoses due to the destruction of samples.
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