Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0141-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Smiths Medical ASD Inc. |
| Report date | Nov 1, 2023 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 6, 2023 |
| Quantity | 31900 devices |
| Location | Minneapolis, MN, United States |
Official product description
Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases and Electrolytes, REF 4599P-1
Why the product was recalled
The complaint involved the absence of a component called "ASM Filter-Pro ABG SYR CAP" from the packaging of Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling (ABG) Kits. Specifically, this issue affected a total of 31,900 kits under the FGSKU# 4599P-1 and Lot# 4331283. Tubes without caps have the potential to generate delayed or erroneous test results and/or exposure to infectious blood.
Distribution information
US
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
What to do next
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