Vectornate MedSchenker Smart Transport Medium System Recall: Discoloration Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Vectornate is recalling certain MedSchenker Smart Transport Medium (STM) systems because they may have discoloration and turbidity due to manufacturing conditions in South Korea. This could affect the reliability of clinical specimen transport.

Why it’s dangerous

Discoloration and turbidity in the STM system may occur due to the South Korean manufacturing facility's Monsoon season conditions. This could potentially affect the system's ability to properly transport clinical specimens.

Who’s affected

Healthcare workers using the MedSchenker STM system for clinical specimen transport are most at risk. The recall applies to specific serial and lot numbers.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for serial number STM-UNV-0001-Q121 and lot number JAH161 on the product. The product is used for clinical specimen transport from collection sites to testing labs.

Brand
Vectornate
Category
Medical device

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What to do — step by step

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Look for serial number STM-UNV-0001-Q121 and lot number JAH161 on the MedSchenker STM system.

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Questions people ask

Why is this product being recalled?

The MedSchenker Smart Transport Medium system may have discoloration and turbidity due to manufacturing conditions at the South Korean facility during Monsoon season.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check for serial number STM-UNV-0001-Q121 and lot number JAH161. If you have these numbers, contact Vectornate for guidance.

Is there a remedy for this issue?

The recall record does not specify a remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-1417-2021 — Vectornate Vectornate

Hello,

I own a Vectornate that is covered by recall Z-1417-2021 from Vectornate.

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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1417-2021 (February 16, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1417-2021 to see it in context.
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Vectornate USA Inc recalls MedSchenker Smart Transport Medium (STM) System: CULTURE MEDIA, NON-SELECTIVE AND NON-DIFFERENTIAL - MULTIPURPOSE

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