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Viral Transport Medium, 3ml, Ref: R99, Container type: Tube, Packaged: 20 tubes/box, IVD, CV...

FDA Device Recall #Z-0655-2021 — Class II — October 23, 2020

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-0655-2021
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated October 23, 2020
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Hardy Diagnostics
Location Santa Maria, CA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 686,920 devices

Product Description

Viral Transport Medium, 3ml, Ref: R99, Container type: Tube, Packaged: 20 tubes/box, IVD, CVM Transport Media is provided in plastic centrifuge tubes and is used for the collection and transport of clinical specimens for the recovery of viral agents

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for contamination within Viral Transport Media. Use of contaminated Viral Transport Media for the transport of patient specimen may compromise the detection of COVID-19 by the final device used for testing.

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide Distribution: CA, NC, AK, NY, OH, IL, NC, WI, SD, FL, DE, MI, MA, MD, GA, , TX, PA, IA, WV, ID, UT, KS, OR, CT, NY, WA, VA, TN, HI, AL, KY, MN, PR, MO, WI, AZ, SC, LA, AR, IN, NE, MS, NH, and OK.

Lot / Code Information

UDI: (00)819398023818 Lot Number /Expiration Date 129507P /10/28/2020, 129735P /11/11/2020, 129320P /10/14/2020, 129932P /11/23/2020, 130049P /11/29/2020, 460929P /11/4/2020, 463439P /12/14/2020, 463986P /12/22/2020, 459930P /10/17/2020, 460805P /11/2/2020, 462411P /11/30/2020, 459717P /10/8/2020, 463483P /12/15/2020, 462121P /11/26/2020, 460391P /10/25/2020, 463782P /12/20/2020, 461645P /11/17/2020, 461643P /11/17/2020, 461289P /11/11/2020, 461381P /11/12/2020, 460561P /10/28/2020, 459718P /10/11/2020, 461994P /11/24/2020, 462076P /11/25/2020, 466688 /2/1/2021, 459774P /10/12/2020, 460618P /10/29/2020, 461262P /11/11/2020, 461378P /11/12/2020, 462375P /11/30/2020, 461995P /11/24/2020, 460997P /11/7/2020, 464517 /12/29/2020, 460802P /11/2/2020, 459830P /10/13/2020, 460565P /10/28/2020, 460290P /10/24/2020, 461013P /11/5/2020, 464529 /12/30/2020, 460621P /10/29/2020, 459345P /10/4/2020, 460939P /11/4/2020, 458991P /9/27/2020, 460506P /10/27/2020, 460954P /11/5/2020, 461362P /11/12/2020, 461832P /11/22/2020, 462511P /12/1/2020, 460433P /10/26/2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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