FDA Recall Terminated

Mainline Confirms Strep A, Group A Streptococcus; A rapid one-step visual test for the detection of group A streptococcal antigen directly from throat swabs, Mainline Technology, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI; Cat. Nos. 3030-20 (20 test) and 3030-40 (40 test).

Recall: Z-2427-2008 · Initiated November 8, 2006

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2427-2008
Event Number
49082
Firm
Mainline Technology, Inc.
FEI Number
1000160426
Product Code
GTY
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Mixed-up of materials/components
Initiated
November 8, 2006
Posted
September 22, 2008
Terminated
March 16, 2009
Address
3985 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108-2282

Description

Mainline Confirms Strep A, Group A Streptococcus; A rapid one-step visual test for the detection of group A streptococcal antigen directly from throat swabs, Mainline Technology, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI; Cat. Nos. 3030-20 (20 test) and 3030-40 (40 test).

Reason

Use of an incorrect dropper tip on the dispenser may result in false positive A streptococcal results.

Action

Consignees were notified by phone and follow-up letter on or about 11/6/06 advising them of the problem. Consignees were give the option of returning the product and receiving the correct tip, or keeping the product and adding extra drops. Additional written notice was provide to each consignee.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution.

Quantity

11,520