Bio-Rad recalls MRSASelect agar plates (lot numbers 64179161-64192125) due to abnormal coloration and non-characteristic MRSA colonies. Consumers should check their lot numbers and contact Bio-Rad for details.
Abnormal coloration of agar plates and the growth of non-characteristic MRSA colonies.
Bio-Rad is recalling MRSASelect agar plates that may show abnormal coloration and non-characteristic MRSA colonies. This could lead to inaccurate MRSA testing results, which might affect diagnosis and treatment of skin infections.
The agar plates may display abnormal coloration and grow non-characteristic MRSA colonies. This can cause inaccurate results when testing for MRSA, potentially leading to incorrect diagnoses and treatments for skin infections.
Laboratory users who purchased MRSASelect agar plates with lot numbers 64179161 through 64192125. Those using the plates for MRSA testing in skin and soft-tissue infections are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the package, which ranges from 64179161 to 64192125. The product expires between June 8, 2018 and August 3, 2018.
Look for the lot number on the package, which is between 64179161 and 64192125.
The plates may show abnormal coloration and grow non-characteristic MRSA colonies, which can lead to inaccurate MRSA testing results.
Lot numbers 64179161, 64180987, 64182474, 64184888, 64187551, 64189117, 64190797, and 64192125.
No, but you should check your lot number and contact Bio-Rad if you have the affected lot numbers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bio-Rad to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1742-2019 — Bio-Rad Bio-Rad Hello, I own a Bio-Rad that is covered by recall Z-1742-2019 from Bio-Rad. 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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