Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0333-2023 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Remel Inc. |
| Report date | Dec 14, 2022 |
| Recall initiation date | Oct 20, 2022 |
| Quantity | 70 units |
| Location | Lenexa, KS, United States |
Official product description
Thermo SCIENTIFIC, Sensititre MDRGN3F, Gram Negative IVD AST
Why the product was recalled
An internal technical investigation has confirmed that Thermo Scientific" Gram Negative IVD AST Sensititre Plate may lead to false susceptible results for Proteae Tribe (including Proteus spp., Providencia spp., Morganella Morganii) when tested with doripenem, ertapenem, meropenem, imipenem, cefepime, piperacillin/tazobactam and aztreonam.
Distribution information
US Nationwide Distribution
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
What to do next
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