FDA found problems at Red Cross' new blood centers in Philly and N.C.
Eighteen months ago, the American Red Cross finished setting up new centers in Philadelphia and Charlotte, N.C., to consolidate a crucial part of its blood business - making sure donated blood is safe and recalling it if there is any doubt.

FDA Warning Letter Says Beckman Coulter's Dx Analyzers 'Adulterated' or 'Misbranded'
Clinical labs that use certain Class II diagnostic chemistry analyzers, reagents, calibrators, and controls made by Beckman Coulter should take note: FDA has sent the company a Warning Letter because it believes the products are "adulterated" or "misbranded."