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Class II Recall

VACUETTE¿ TUBE 8 ml CAT Serum Separator Clot Activator 16x100 red cap-yellow ring, non-ridged

Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for VACUETTE¿ TUBE 8 ml CAT Serum Separator Clot Activator 16x100 red cap-yellow ri by Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.. Reason: The firm received reports that some blood collection tubes have experienced issues with clotting and poor separation due to missing additive. The fail.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2375-2024

Action Date

2024-07-24

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

VACUETTE¿ TUBE 8 ml CAT Serum Separator Clot Activator 16x100 red cap-yellow ring, non-ridged

Lot/Code Info: Item Number: 455071P; UDI Case label: 39120017573068; UDI Rack label: 29120017573061; Lot Number: B24013MV

Quantity Affected: 1,008,000pcs (840 cartons)

Reason for Recall

The firm received reports that some blood collection tubes have experienced issues with clotting and poor separation due to missing additive. The failure of the device would likely require sample recollection which could result in a delay of treatment.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution to states of: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV and WY.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-05-14

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 198 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-2375-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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