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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases and Electrolytes, REF 4599P-1

Reported: November 1, 2023 Initiated: September 6, 2023 #Z-0141-2024

Product Description

Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases and Electrolytes, REF 4599P-1

Reason for Recall

The complaint involved the absence of a component called "ASM Filter-Pro ABG SYR CAP" from the packaging of Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling (ABG) Kits. Specifically, this issue affected a total of 31,900 kits under the FGSKU# 4599P-1 and Lot# 4331283. Tubes without caps have the potential to generate delayed or erroneous test results and/or exposure to infectious blood.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
Units Affected
31900 devices
Distribution
US
Location
Minneapolis, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Portex Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling Kit with Dry Lithium Heparin for Gases and Electrolytes, REF 4599P-1. Recalled by Smiths Medical ASD Inc.. Units affected: 31900 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
The complaint involved the absence of a component called "ASM Filter-Pro ABG SYR CAP" from the packaging of Pro-Vent Arterial Blood Sampling (ABG) Kits. Specifically, this issue affected a total of 31,900 kits under the FGSKU# 4599P-1 and Lot# 4331283. Tubes without caps have the potential to generate delayed or erroneous test results and/or exposure to infectious blood.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 1, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0141-2024.