Z-0974-2015 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Becton Dickinson & Co. — Sparks, MD

FDA device recall Z-0974-2015 was initiated by Becton Dickinson & Co. on Jun 6, 2014 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: A low level of surface and subsurface contamination of Listeria monocytogenes on 9 lots of non-sterile prepared plated media containing sheep blood, typically visible immediately upon removal from the… The recall status is terminated (terminated Aug 12, 2016). Affected quantity: 7,617 cases (100 plates/case).

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
Jan 21, 2015
Initiation Date
Jun 6, 2014
Termination Date
Aug 12, 2016
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
7,617 cases (100 plates/case)

Product Description

TrypticaseTM Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood (TSA IITM) // MacConkey II Agar Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is used for the growth of fastidious organisms and for the visualization of hemolytic reactions. MacConkey II Agar is a selective and differential medium for the detection of coliform organisms and enteric pathogens.

Reason for Recall

A low level of surface and subsurface contamination of Listeria monocytogenes on 9 lots of non-sterile prepared plated media containing sheep blood, typically visible immediately upon removal from the packaging. The contamination is typically observed as 1-3 CFUs per plate when present.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide including Puerto Rico, Belgium, Canada, Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan.

Code Information

Catalogue # 221291 with Lot #4050354, 4086399, 4099206 and 4143653; Catalogue #221261 with Lot # 4022158 4086443 4092199

Source

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