The ABL90 FLEX and ABL90 FLEX PLUS analyzers are intended for use by trained technologists recall (Radiometer Medical ApS)
Medical deviceClass IIOngoing
Summary: Radiometer Medical ApS is recalling The ABL90 FLEX and ABL90 FLEX PLUS analyzers are 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. These tests are only performed under a physician's order.. Reason: In vitro diagnostic analyzer had a risk of potentially inaccurate results requiring changes to instructions for use and: 1) Sample types, including whole blood samples no longer suitable for testing FHbF and ctBil, 2) Reportable ranges for some parameters, 3) Analyzer configuration, and 4) limitations and warnings.
What is being recalled
The ABL90 FLEX and ABL90 FLEX PLUS analyzers are 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. These tests are only performed under a physician's order.
Why
In vitro diagnostic analyzer had a risk of potentially inaccurate results requiring changes to instructions for use and: 1) Sample types, including whole blood samples no longer suitable for testing FHbF and ctBil, 2) Reportable ranges for some parameters, 3) Analyzer configuration, and 4) limitations and warnings.
How serious is it
Class II is the middle level: using or being exposed to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where it was sold
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of CA, OH, LA, MA, FL, NY, CO, IL, TX, GA, NC, PA, SC, MI, OK, WI, AR, MN, OR, UT, WA, SD, IN, TN, AZ, NE, WY, KY, AL, AK, ID, NJ, DE, MT, CT, MS, MO, VT, WV, IA, MD, KS, DC, NV, VA, NM, NH, ND, ME, HI, RI. (states named: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming)
How to tell if yours is affected
UDI-DI: 05700693930923, 05700693930909 Software versions 3.6 and lower. ABL90 FLEX PLUS Instructions for Use versions prior to: 996-223, Version: 202606O. ABL90 FLEX Instructions for Use versions prior to: 996-189, Version: 202606L
What to do
Check the model, lot or serial numbers above against your device. If yours is affected, contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider before you stop using a device you rely on.
Recall facts
| Recall number | Z-0190-2027 |
| Category | Medical device |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | August 18, 2026 |
| Reported | October 21, 2026 |
| Company | Radiometer Medical ApS |
| Company location | Bronshoj, Denmark |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Quantity | 5395 |
More recalls from Radiometer Medical ApS · all medical device recalls · recalls from August 2026