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Class II Recall

QC Sets and Panels, KWIK-STIK AST-GP (4 Strains) QC Set. KWIK-STIK kit that contains Catalog Number 0959P. In Vitro Dia

Microbiologics Inc

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for QC Sets and Panels, KWIK-STIK AST-GP (4 Strains) QC Set. KWIK-STIK kit that con by Microbiologics Inc. Reason: Tests returning incorrect susceptible results. High Level Gentamicin Synergy value was out of specification (sensitive) when analyzed on the Vitek 2 .

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0587-2022

Action Date

2022-02-16

Status

Terminated

Category

device

Product Description

QC Sets and Panels, KWIK-STIK AST-GP (4 Strains) QC Set. KWIK-STIK kit that contains Catalog Number 0959P. In Vitro Diagnostic Control microorganisms

Lot/Code Info: Catalog Number: 5112P; Lot Numbers: 5112-01 (Expiration Date 07/31/2020), 5112-02 (Expiration Date 10/31/2020); UDI: 70845357026551

Quantity Affected: 10 units

Reason for Recall

Tests returning incorrect susceptible results. High Level Gentamicin Synergy value was out of specification (sensitive) when analyzed on the Vitek 2 AST-GP67 card, and these lots failed the disk diffusion method used for product release.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution. US nationwide including Puerto Rico and Guam, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia/Hrvatska, Curacao, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Guatemala, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Republic of Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2020-02-18

Company

Microbiologics Inc

Saint Cloud, MN

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

Microbiologics Inc has 52 FDA actions in our database, including 52 recalls.

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 (Microbiologics Inc) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Microbiologics Inc have FDA actions?

Microbiologics Inc has 52 FDA actions in our database, including 52 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0587-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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