FDAClass IIJanuary 5, 2022

Rapid 20 E recall

RAPID 20 E, REF 20701, System for the identification of Enterobacteriaceae in 4 hours, 25 strips/package, IVD.

Why was Rapid 20 E recalled?

There is an error in the new version of the package insert. The Reading Table lists the incorrect color for a negative result for the CIT test.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot numbers 1008332150, Exp. 20-APR-2022, and 1008787180, Exp. 12-DEC-2022

Product
RAPID 20 E, REF 20701, System for the identification of Enterobacteriaceae in 4 hours, 25 strips/package, IVD.
Recalling firm
Biomerieux Inc
Quantity
1,043 units
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX, VA, WA, and WI. There was government distribution but no military distribution.
Recall date
January 5, 2022
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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