McKesson recalls Strep test kits from June 2021-August 2021 due to potential temperature excursions affecting product effectiveness. Consumers should check model numbers and dates.
Facility Temperature excursions (from June 2021-August 2021) prior to delivery; exposure to higher temperatures may have impacted product effectiveness. All lots received between 06/01/21-9/30/21.
McKesson is recalling certain Strep test kits that were shipped between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021. These kits may have been exposed to temperatures that could reduce their effectiveness. If you own one of these kits, you should check the model number and date to see if it's affected.
The test kits were shipped during a period when facility temperatures may have been too high, which could impact their effectiveness. This means the tests might not work as intended if they were exposed to higher temperatures.
People who purchased or use Strep test kits from June 2021 to September 2021. Those most at risk are individuals using these tests for throat infections.
Check the model number on the kit: 5003, 20274, 4999, 00345, or 92001 (with specific GTINs). Also, look for the shipment date between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021.
Identify the model number on the test kit (e.g., 5003, 20274, 4999, 00345, or 92001).
Confirm the shipment date falls between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021.
The affected kits have model numbers 5003, 20274, 4999, 00345, or 92001 (with specific GTINs) and were shipped between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021.
The recall does not require immediate action, but you should check the model number and shipment date to confirm if your kit is affected.
Check the model number on the kit and the shipment date. If it matches the affected model numbers and dates, it is part of the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send McKesson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1598-2022 — McKesson McKesson Hello, I own a McKesson that is covered by recall Z-1598-2022 from McKesson. 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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