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Virus Counter Platform with Model Name VC3100

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: March 11, 2022 Sartorius Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Model Numbers VIR-92166, VIR-92341
  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:
Sartorius Corporation
Reason for Recall:
The Virus Counter is an automated laboratory instrument that enables rapid quantification of intact viruses in solution. This instrument is not a medical device. The virus quantification is used in process development and manufacturing of various biotechnology products such as vaccines, gene therapy and personalized immunotherapy. Device is a Class 1 laser flow cytometer.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Virus Counter Platform with Model Name VC3100

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Model Numbers VIR-92166, VIR-92341

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0946-2022