Remel recalls THIOGLYCOLLATE MEDIUM REF 05152 due to intermittent failure in stability testing with anaerobic microorganisms. Affected lots include 258192.
Products have intermittently failed performance testing during stability studies with various anaerobic microorganisms.
Remel is recalling its THIOGLYCOLLATE MEDIUM product (reference 05152) because it has failed stability testing with certain microorganisms. This could mean the product doesn't work properly in lab settings where it's used for growing bacteria.
The product has intermittently failed stability tests when exposed to specific anaerobic microorganisms. This means it might not reliably support bacterial growth in lab environments, but it does not pose a physical safety risk.
Lab users who purchased Remel THIOGLYCOLLATE MEDIUM REF 05152, particularly those in microbiology research. The risk is low as the issue relates to lab testing performance, not safety hazards.
Check for the product name 'THIOGLYCOLLATE MEDIUM' and reference number 05152. The affected lot number is 258192.
Identify if your product has reference number 05152 and lot number 258192.
No, the recall is for lab testing performance issues, not safety hazards.
Check if your product matches the reference number 05152 and lot number 258192. If it does, you may want to contact Remel for guidance.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Remel to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3019-2018 — Remel Remel Hello, I own a Remel that is covered by recall Z-3019-2018 from Remel. 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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