FDAClass IIApril 5, 2017

Cyto-Chex BCT - blood specimen collection device recall

Cyto-Chex BCT - blood specimen collection device - Immunophenotyping Preservative. IVD. Sterile. 2.0ml only. Packaged 6-tube pack REF 213559 and…

Why was Cyto-Chex BCT - blood specimen collection device recalled?

Complaints of the 2.0ml tube stopper coming loose during phlebotomy when small diameter tube adapters were not utilized. Such adapters aid with centering small diameter tubes to properly pierce the middle of the stoppers.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

UDI Number 10844509000836 and 20844509000833. Lot(s) Expiration Date 50910309 04-01-2017 60760309 03-16-2018 61460309 05-25-2018

Product
Cyto-Chex BCT - blood specimen collection device - Immunophenotyping Preservative. IVD. Sterile. 2.0ml only. Packaged 6-tube pack REF 213559 and…
Recalling firm
Streck
Quantity
128,692 tubes
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and to the countries of : Belgium, Canada, Germany, Israel, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. There was no military or government distribution.
Recall date
April 5, 2017
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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