FDAClass IIJanuary 21, 2015

TrypticaseTM Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood recall: Listeria

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…

Why was TrypticaseTM Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood recalled?

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.

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?

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

Product
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…
Recalling firm
Becton Dickinson & Co.
Quantity
7,617 cases (100 plates/case)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide including Puerto Rico, Belgium, Canada, Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan.
Recall date
January 21, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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