Microbiologics recalls Cepheid Xpert MRSA/MRSA NxG Control Panels with incorrect shelf life. Affected units have specific catalog numbers and lot ranges. No action needed but check for recall details.
Product with incorrect shelf life.
Microbiologics is recalling Cepheid Xpert MRSA/MRSA NxG Control Panels due to incorrect shelf life labeling. This could lead to expired products being used, but the recall does not pose an immediate safety risk to users.
The control panels have incorrect shelf life labels, meaning the products may expire before the intended use date. This could result in expired products being used, but the recall does not indicate any immediate safety hazard to users.
Healthcare facilities and labs that purchased the Cepheid Xpert MRSA/MRSA NxG Control Panels with specific catalog numbers and lot ranges between April 2019 and the current date. Users most at risk are those handling the products without verifying the shelf life.
Check for the catalog numbers 8195 or 8196 with specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice. The products were sold starting from April 9, 2019, and include specific lot ranges for each catalog number.
Verify the catalog number and lot numbers against the list provided in the recall notice to confirm if your product is affected.
No, the recall does not require immediate discontinuation. However, you should check the product details to ensure it is within the affected lot ranges.
The recall does not specify a required action for affected products. You should check the product details to confirm if it is affected and contact Microbiologics for further guidance.
The recall states there is no immediate safety hazard. The risk is related to expired products, not physical injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Microbiologics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1730-2019 — Microbiologics Microbiologics Hello, I own a Microbiologics that is covered by recall Z-1730-2019 from Microbiologics. 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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