CLASS II Device recall · Reported 21 Sep 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Fluorocell PLT reagent recalled by Sysmex America
Sysmex America is recalling Fluorocell PLT reagent, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 1 Jul 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2770-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74654
- Recalling firm
- Sysmex America, Lincolnshire, IL
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 1 Jul 2016
- FDA classified
- 9 Sep 2016
- Reported
- 21 Sep 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Test Kits & Diagnostics
Timeline
| 1 Jul 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 9 Sep 2016 | Classified by FDA | +70 days |
| 21 Sep 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
There is a potential that fluorescent platelet (PLT-F) and immature platelet fraction (IPF%) results performed using the recalled lots may exhibit lower than expected PLT-F and IPF values. The issue may be recognized by a large discrepancy between the Impedance platelet (PLT-I) value and a false low PLT-F value. In most cases, the falsely decreased PLT-F results displayed a "PLT Abn Scattergram" message with asterisks beside the results indicating the data is unreliable. In rare instances, platelet flags may be absent. The PLT-I counts are unaffected. The PLT-F is a reflex test used to confirm PLT-I results due to flagging or low values. As such, the likely impact to patient results is low. Affected results display a discrepancy between the PLT-I and PLT-F, with lower than expected PLT-F results that do not match the patient's clinical picture.
Product as listed by the FDA
Fluorocell PLT reagent, Catalog #CD994563 Fluorocell PLT is used to stain platelets in a diluted blood sample for the counting of platelets with the Sysmex XN-Series automated hematology analyzers
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide, Washington DC) Canada; Cuba; Chile; and Dominican Republic.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
There is a potential that fluorescent platelet (PLT-F) and immature platelet fraction (IPF%) results performed using the recalled lots may exhibit lower than expected PLT-F and IPF values. The issue may be recognized by a large discrepancy between the Impedance platelet (PLT-I) value and a false low PLT-F value. In most cases, the falsely decreased PLT-F results displayed a "PLT Abn Scattergram" message with asterisks beside the results indicating the data is unreliable. In rare instances, platelet flags may be absent. The PLT-I counts are unaffected. The PLT-F is a reflex test used to confirm PLT-I results due to flagging or low values. As such, the likely impact to patient results is low. Affected results display a discrepancy between the PLT-I and PLT-F, with lower than expected PLT-F results that do not match the patient's clinical picture.
Which lots are affected?
Lot number A5053, Expiration date 12/21/2016 Lot number A5054, Expiration date 12/21/2016 Lot number A5041, Expiration date 9/2/2016 Lot number A5042, Expiration date 9/2/2016 Lot number A5044, Expiration date 10/2/2016 Lot number A5046, Expiration date 11/9/2016 Lot number A5047, Expiration date 11/17/2016 Lot number A5048, Expiration date 11/17/2016 Lot number A5049, Expiration date 11/26/2016 Lot number A5050, Expiration date 11/26/2016 Lot number A5055, Expiration date 12/24/2016
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide, Washington DC) Canada; Cuba; Chile; and Dominican Republic.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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