Medline recalls blood culture draw kits with incorrect expiration dates on CHG solution and Bactec bottles. This could lead to improper use of the kits if expired components are used.
Adult Blood Culture Collect kit and Pre-Op Changing Bathing Kit contain an incorrect expiration date on a component with the kit. CHG Solution with the Pre-Op Changing Bathing Kit and Bactec bottle plastic both have an expiration date that does not match the date listed on the kit.
Medline is recalling blood culture draw kits that have incorrect expiration dates on key components. Using these kits with expired parts could lead to improper blood culture results or infections.
The kits contain CHG solution and Bactec bottles with expiration dates that don't match the kit's label. Using expired components could lead to improper blood culture results or infections.
Healthcare professionals who use Medline blood culture kits with the specific reorder number DYNDH1561 are affected. Patients receiving blood cultures using these kits may be at risk of inaccurate results.
Check for the reorder number DYNDH1561 on the kit. The kits have UDI/DI numbers (01)40193489402811 (case) and (01)10193489402810 (kit).
Verify the expiration date on the CHG solution and Bactec bottle matches the kit's label.
The recall is happening because the CHG solution and Bactec bottles have expiration dates that do not match the kit's label.
The official notice does not specify a remedy, so check the expiration dates on the components and contact Medline for guidance.
This is a low-risk issue as it could lead to improper blood culture results but not immediate injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0121-2023 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-0121-2023 from Medline. 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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