[Recalled] Remel, Haemophilus Test Medium (Agar) in A) 100 mm REF R01503, and B) 150 mm plates REF R04033, — Test organisms exhibit poor growth when grown using the test agar | FDA 2017-02-09

This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Test organisms exhibit poor growth when grown using the test agar. The poor growth can give users incorrect AST zones when performing susceptibility tests.

This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.

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