Polymedco recalls negative hemoglobin control materials for fecal occult blood tests due to incorrect expiration date labeling on product packaging.
A labeling error was identified on the affected product. The expiration date on the kit box label and on the vial labels incorrectly stated the expiration date as 2026-01-16. The correct expiration date should be 2027-01-17.
Polymedco is recalling negative hemoglobin control materials for fecal occult blood tests because the expiration date on the packaging is incorrectly labeled as 2026-01-16 instead of 2027-01-17. This labeling error does not pose a safety risk but could lead to improper use if the user assumes the product is still valid longer than it actually is.
The product has an incorrect expiration date label that states 2026-01-16 instead of the correct 2027-01-17. This labeling error could lead to users believing the product is still valid beyond its actual expiration date, potentially causing inaccurate test results.
Individuals who purchased or use the OC-Auto FOBT-CHEK Negative Controls for fecal occult blood testing are likely affected. Those who rely on the product for accurate test results may be at risk if they use expired materials.
Check for the product name 'OC-Auto FOBT-CHEK Negative Controls' with the unique identifier UDI: 00855574005520 and catalog number OCQN. Lot number 250805 is also associated with this recall.
Verify the expiration date on the product packaging and vial labels to ensure it matches the correct date of 2027-01-17.
The recall is due to a labeling error where the expiration date on the kit box label and vial labels incorrectly states 2026-01-16 instead of the correct 2027-01-17.
No, this labeling error does not pose a safety risk but could lead to inaccurate test results if the user uses expired materials.
Look for the product name 'OC-Auto FOBT-CHEK Negative Controls' with the unique identifier UDI: 00855574005520 and catalog number OCQN. Lot number 250805 is also associated with this recall.
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Subject: Recall Z-0538-2026 — Polymedco Polymedco Hello, I own a Polymedco that is covered by recall Z-0538-2026 from Polymedco. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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