FDAClass IIFebruary 22, 2017

Bone Marrow Aspiration Needle recall: Sterility Concern

BONE MARROW ASPIRATION NEEDLE 15G x 2.688 MAX and 15G x 4 MAX Intended for the purpose of harvesting bone and/or bone marrow specimens

Why was Bone Marrow Aspiration Needle recalled?

The recalling firm received a complaint from one of their customers of a potential defect in the forming of the primary package of the blister that may compromise the sterility of the product inside the tray.

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?

lots: 11156986, 11158618, 11158620

Product
BONE MARROW ASPIRATION NEEDLE 15G x 2.688 MAX and 15G x 4 MAX Intended for the purpose of harvesting bone and/or bone marrow specimens
Recalling firm
Argon Medical Devices, Inc
Quantity
497 boxes
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Switzerland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ecuador, Colombia, and Japan.
Recall date
February 22, 2017
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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