FDAClass IIApril 29, 2020

The VITEK 2 Gram-positive Susceptibility Card is recall

The VITEK 2 Gram-positive Susceptibility Card is intended for use with the VITEK 2 Systems in clinical laboratories as an in-vitro test to determine…

Why was The VITEK 2 Gram-positive Susceptibility Card is recalled?

There is a potential for the occurrence of false positive OXSF results for some Staphylococcus aureus strains in conjunction with the VITEK 2 AST-P652 test card (ref. 421857, lot 8021232403). .

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?

VITEK 2AST-P652 Test Kit with Catalog #421857 and Lot# 8021232403 Manufactured 11OCT2019, Expires 11APR2021

Product
The VITEK 2 Gram-positive Susceptibility Card is intended for use with the VITEK 2 Systems in clinical laboratories as an in-vitro test to determine…
Recalling firm
Biomerieux Inc
Quantity
1698 cartons (15,940 cards)
Distribution
No distribution within the United States. Foreign distribution locations: Netherlands, Luxembourg, Belgium
Recall date
April 29, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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