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BioStar OIA FLU AB, Catalog 90007. Packaged 30 devices per tray. BioStar, Louisville, CO 80027

FDA device recall Z-0212-2009 · posted 2008-11-03 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Inverness Medical BioStar Inc.
Reason for recall
Diagnostic kits for flu were distributed with incorrect components.
Action taken
Consignees were notified by a Important Customer Notification letter on 7/2/2008 and told to re-examine patient records that indicated a negative result and to destroy any remaining recalled product. The accompanying record should be filled out and faxed to Technical Service. If consignees further distributed any kits, they were to forward the notification to these accounts to assure that patient results were reviewed, and destruction of remaining kits could be verified. For assistance, customers can call 800-637-3717.
Root cause
Mixed-up of materials/components
Status
Terminated
Product code
GNX
Quantity affected
509 kits
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution --- including state of IL.
Date initiated
2008-07-02
Date posted
2008-11-03
Date terminated
2008-11-04
Location
Louisville, CO

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