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3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicator, REF 1492V; used to qualify or monitor dynamic-air-removal steam sterilization cycles

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: August 22, 2023 3M Company - Health Care Business Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    UDI/DI: 50707387762969 (shipper), 30707387762965 (carton); Lot codes: 33P3X3, exp. 12/29/2024; 33P4NH, exp. 01/01/2025
  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:
3M Company - Health Care Business
Reason for Recall:
Specific lots of 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicators (1492V), 3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Challenge (41482V, 41482VF), and 3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Steam Challenge (1496V) may contain biological indicators with a cap that melts, deforms and/or cracks following a steam sterilization cycle of 132¿C and 135¿C.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicator, REF 1492V; used to qualify or monitor dynamic-air-removal steam sterilization cycles

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

UDI/DI: 50707387762969 (shipper), 30707387762965 (carton); Lot codes: 33P3X3, exp. 12/29/2024; 33P4NH, exp. 01/01/2025

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2637-2023

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