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Class II Recall

Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases and Electrolytes, REF 4599P-1

Smiths Medical ASD Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases a by Smiths Medical ASD Inc.. Reason: 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) Kit.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0141-2024

Action Date

2023-11-01

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases and Electrolytes, REF 4599P-1

Lot/Code Info: UDI/DI 30351688028635, Lot Number 4331283

Quantity Affected: 31900 devices

Reason for Recall

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

US

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-09-06

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 183 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Smiths Medical ASD Inc. has 164 FDA actions in our database, including 162 recalls and 2 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Smiths Medical ASD Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Smiths Medical ASD Inc. have FDA actions?

Smiths Medical ASD Inc. has 164 FDA actions in our database, including 162 recalls and 2 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0141-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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