API Listeria (REF 10300) API Listeria is a standardized system for the identification of Listeria which uses miniaturized tests, as well as a database. The ZYM B reagent is including in API Listeria kit and it is used as an additional reagent for revealing the result of DIM miniaturized biochemical test included in the API Listeria strips. ZYM B reagent is added in the DIM test before reading miniaturized biochemical test including in the API Listeria strips.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot numbers: 1002210010, 1002210011, 1002287930, 1002287931, 1002350760, 1002390940, 1002390941, 1002518070, 1002518071, 1002518072, 1001915090, 1001915091, 1001915092, 1001932340, 1001998120 and 1002129350.
  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:
Biomerieux France Chemin De L'Or
Reason for Recall:
bioM¿rieux identified a visual defect and activity issue on the ZYM B reagent (REF 70493); leading to a false negative results of some API biochemical tests using the ZYM B reagent.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

API Listeria (REF 10300) API Listeria is a standardized system for the identification of Listeria which uses miniaturized tests, as well as a database. The ZYM B reagent is including in API Listeria kit and it is used as an additional reagent for revealing the result of DIM miniaturized biochemical test included in the API Listeria strips. ZYM B reagent is added in the DIM test before reading miniaturized biochemical test including in the API Listeria strips.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot numbers: 1002210010, 1002210011, 1002287930, 1002287931, 1002350760, 1002390940, 1002390941, 1002518070, 1002518071, 1002518072, 1001915090, 1001915091, 1001915092, 1001932340, 1001998120 and 1002129350.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0842-2014

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bioM¿rieux identified a visual defect and activity issue on the ZYM B reagent (REF 70493); leading to a false negative results of some API biochemical tests using the ZYM B reagent.

Nov 8, 2013 Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide View Details →

bioM¿rieux identified a visual defect and activity issue on the ZYM B reagent (REF 70493); leading to a false negative results of some API biochemical tests using the ZYM B reagent.

Nov 8, 2013 Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide View Details →