C.A. Greiner recalls Plastic Cannula HOLDEX Item #450: Sample leaks from sleeve covering needle. Affected units sold with lot #A19073FK. Stop using to prevent contamination.
Sample leaking from the sleeve covering the needle inside the cannula
C.A. Greiner is recalling a specific plastic cannula holder (Item #450216) because it leaks samples from the sleeve covering the needle. This could lead to contamination of specimens during medical procedures.
The cannula sleeve leaks samples when used, potentially contaminating specimens. This could lead to improper testing results or cross-contamination between samples.
Healthcare professionals using the cannula for specimen collection are most at risk. Patients and staff handling the product may also be affected if leaks occur.
Check for the product name 'Plastic Cannula HOLDEX' with item number 450216. Affected units were sold with lot number A19073FK.
Look for the item number 450216 and lot number A19073FK on the product.
The cannula leaks samples from the sleeve covering the needle, which could lead to contamination of specimens during medical procedures.
Check the item number and lot number on the product. If it matches 450216 and A19073FK, stop using it to prevent contamination.
The recall record does not mention any remedy or fix for this product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send C.A. Greiner to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2911-2020 — C.A. Greiner C.A. Greiner Hello, I own a C.A. Greiner that is covered by recall Z-2911-2020 from C.A. Greiner. 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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