FDA Recall Terminated

Streptex* Latex D, Ref R30950901 ZL54, IVD, Latex reagent for streptococcal group D, 50 tests per box. The firm name on the label is Remel Inc., Lenexa, KS, Manufactured by Remel Europe Ltd., Dartford Kent, UK. Streptex is a rapid latex test system for use in the qualitative detection and identification of the Lancefield group of streptococci

Recall: Z-0538-2014 · Initiated May 2, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0538-2014
Event Number
65476
Firm
Remel Inc
FEI Number
1924669
Product Code
JTO
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
May 2, 2013
Posted
December 18, 2013
Terminated
March 12, 2014
Address
12076 Santa Fe Trail Dr, Lenexa, KS, 66215-3519

Description

Streptex* Latex D, Ref R30950901 ZL54, IVD, Latex reagent for streptococcal group D, 50 tests per box. The firm name on the label is Remel Inc., Lenexa, KS, Manufactured by Remel Europe Ltd., Dartford Kent, UK. Streptex is a rapid latex test system for use in the qualitative detection and identification of the Lancefield group of streptococci

Reason

The product may give weak or false negative test results.

Action

ThermoFisher sent a Medical Device Recall letter dated April 26, 2013, or May 2, 2013, to all affected customers via first class mail. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to notify any personnel who need to be notified of the potential for a false negative test result, review their inventory for affected product lots and discard the affected product. Customers were also instructed to return the attached Medical Device Recall Return Response acknowledging the disposal of the affected product. Customers with questions were instructed to contact the Technical Services Department at 800-255-6730 (US) or 913-888-0939 (International). For questions regarding this recall call 913-888-0939.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

109 kits