Biomerieux recalls VITEK 2 NH ID Test Kit due to missing desiccant, which may cause reagent degradation. Affected units have batch 2450570: 245057043, expired June 19, 2019.
Missing desiccant.
Biomerieux is recalling its VITEK 2 NH ID Test Kit because the desiccant may be missing, leading to reagent degradation. This could affect the accuracy of bacterial and yeast testing results.
The desiccant helps keep the reagent dry. If missing, the reagent may degrade, causing inaccurate test results. This could lead to incorrect identification of bacteria or yeast and improper antimicrobial treatment decisions.
Laboratories using the VITEK 2 NH ID Test Kit for bacterial and yeast testing are affected. Users most at risk are those who rely on the test kit for accurate antimicrobial susceptibility results.
Check for batch number 245057043 on the test kit packaging. The product was sold with an expiration date of June 19, 2019.
Inspect the test kit for the presence of the desiccant packet. If missing, the kit may be affected.
The recall record states that missing desiccant may cause reagent degradation, but does not specify if it's safe to use.
The recall record does not provide specific action steps beyond checking for missing desiccant.
The product was sold with an expiration date of June 19, 2019.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomerieux to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2874-2018 — Biomerieux Biomerieux Hello, I own a Biomerieux that is covered by recall Z-2874-2018 from Biomerieux. 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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