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FilmArray Blood Culture Identification (BCID), IVD, Rx Only, BioFire Diagnostics, LLC, Panel Catalog Numbers/ UDI: RFIT-ASY-0126 (30 test kit)/ 00815381020086, RFIT-ASY-0127 (6 test kit)/ 00815381020093, when used with the following blood culture bottles: Bottle Description/Part Number: BACT/ALERT FA Plus/ 410851, BACT/ALERT FN Plus/ 410852, BACT/ALERT PF Plus/ 410853,

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: September 5, 2018 BioFire Diagnostics Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    All lots.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
BioFire Diagnostics, LLC
Reason for Recall:
Increased risk of false positive results for Proteus when the product is used with a specific blood culture bottles.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

FilmArray Blood Culture Identification (BCID), IVD, Rx Only, BioFire Diagnostics, LLC, Panel Catalog Numbers/ UDI: RFIT-ASY-0126 (30 test kit)/ 00815381020086, RFIT-ASY-0127 (6 test kit)/ 00815381020093, when used with the following blood culture bottles: Bottle Description/Part Number: BACT/ALERT FA Plus/ 410851, BACT/ALERT FN Plus/ 410852, BACT/ALERT PF Plus/ 410853,

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

All lots.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0296-2019

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