Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2166-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | BioMerieux SA |
| Report date | Jun 20, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 23, 2018 |
| Quantity | 135 (78 boxes of various product) in total |
| Location | Marcy L'Etoile, N/A, France |
Official product description
The VITEK 2 Anaerobic and Corynebacteria identification card (ANC) is intended for use with the VITEK 2 Systems for the automated identification of most clinically significant anaerobic organisms and Corynebatcerium species. The VITEK 2 ANC identification card is a single-use disposable. A microorganism differentiation and identification device is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of one or more components, such as differential culture media, biochemical reagents, and paper discs or paper strips impregnated with test reagents, that are usually contained in individual compartments and used to differentiate and identify selected microorganisms. The device aids in the diagnosis of disease.
Why the product was recalled
A shipment to Guadeloupe suffered a temperature excursions up to 47.8¿C, exceeding the acceptable limits. After detection of the issue, Global Supply Chain QA asked the bioM¿rieux distributor in Guadeloupe to put products in quarantine in July 2017; After several reminders, the distributor informed in November 2017 that products were delivered to customers.
Distribution information
International distribution.
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.
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