LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH recalls Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding Station.
An issue with safe usage of the device was identified whereby toxic smoke and internal fire developed resulting from a problem associated with the sealing of the paraffin tank.
Read the official notice →- Date
- 2024-08-14
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Leica Biosystems Nussloch
- Product
- Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding Station.
- Classification
- Class II
- Units
- US Nationwide, including government distribution.
- Category
- Drugs & medical
- Source
- FDA · Device
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