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Triage TOX Drug Screen (MTD) Panel, Model # 94400. Type of Packaging: 25 individually pouched devices in a labeled kit b

FDA device recall Z-1446-2012 · posted 2012-04-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Alere San Diego dba Biosite Innovacon Hemosense Inc
Reason for recall
The recall was initiated because Biosite Inc. received an increase in customer calls regarding unexpected positive THC results when using the Triage TOX Drug Screen.
Action taken
Biosite sent a "PRODUCT ADVISORY NOTICE" letter dated March 12, 2010 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter states that customers may continue to use the product. Customers were instructed to complete and fax an enclosed verification form to Technical Services at 1-858-695-7100. Customers with any questions about the information contained in the notification were instructed to contact Biosite Inc. at (888) 246-7483.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
DJR
Quantity affected
1,258,002 kits
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Canada and European Union.
Date initiated
2010-03-12
Date posted
2012-04-20
Date terminated
2012-04-23
Location
San Diego, CA

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