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Class II Recall

greiner bio-one VACUETTE TUBE, 5 ml LH Lithium Heparin Sep, 13x100 green cap-yellow ring, non-ridged, 24 racks of 50 pcs

Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for greiner bio-one VACUETTE TUBE, 5 ml LH Lithium Heparin Sep, 13x100 green cap-yel by Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.. Reason: Some of the blood collection tubes show clotting due to variation of Lithium Heparin..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0502-2022

Action Date

2022-01-26

Status

Terminated

Category

device

Product Description

greiner bio-one VACUETTE TUBE, 5 ml LH Lithium Heparin Sep, 13x100 green cap-yellow ring, non-ridged, 24 racks of 50 pcs., 1200 pcs. in total, REF 456087P

Lot/Code Info: Lot #B21053QG, Exp. 09/09/2022, UDI: Case: 39120017579046, Rack: 29120017579049.

Quantity Affected: 889,200 pcs.

Reason for Recall

Some of the blood collection tubes show clotting due to variation of Lithium Heparin.

Distribution

Distribution was made to FL, IL, MO, NC, NM, NY, PA, TN, TX, and VA. There was no foreign/military/government distribution.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-12-09

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 107 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc. has 9 FDA actions in our database, including 8 recalls and 1 clearance.

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 (Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc. have FDA actions?

Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc. has 9 FDA actions in our database, including 8 recalls and 1 device clearance.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0502-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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