PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Each KWIK-STIK unit contains a lyophilized microorganism pellet, an ampoule of hydrating fluid, and an inoculating swab. Each device is sealed within a laminated pouch that contains a desiccant to prevent adverse moisture accumulation. KWIK-STIK microorganisms are 3 passages or fewer from the reference culture and are guaranteed to recover when processed using the recommended media and incubation requirements. Available in packs of 2 or 6.

Reported: November 4, 2020 Initiated: October 8, 2020 #Z-0303-2021

Product Description

Each KWIK-STIK unit contains a lyophilized microorganism pellet, an ampoule of hydrating fluid, and an inoculating swab. Each device is sealed within a laminated pouch that contains a desiccant to prevent adverse moisture accumulation. KWIK-STIK microorganisms are 3 passages or fewer from the reference culture and are guaranteed to recover when processed using the recommended media and incubation requirements. Available in packs of 2 or 6.

Reason for Recall

KWIK-STIK 6 Pack Klebsiella pneumoniae derived from NCTC 13443 (Catalog# 01145K) should contain the NDM-1 positive strain, but was confirmed to be NDM-1 negative.

Details

Recalling Firm
Microbiologics Inc
Units Affected
1 unit
Distribution
Distribution in US, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Sweden, and United Kingdom.
Location
Saint Cloud, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Each KWIK-STIK unit contains a lyophilized microorganism pellet, an ampoule of hydrating fluid, and an inoculating swab. Each device is sealed within a laminated pouch that contains a desiccant to prevent adverse moisture accumulation. KWIK-STIK microorganisms are 3 passages or fewer from the reference culture and are guaranteed to recover when processed using the recommended media and incubation requirements. Available in packs of 2 or 6.. Recalled by Microbiologics Inc. Units affected: 1 unit.
Why was this product recalled?
KWIK-STIK 6 Pack Klebsiella pneumoniae derived from NCTC 13443 (Catalog# 01145K) should contain the NDM-1 positive strain, but was confirmed to be NDM-1 negative.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 4, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0303-2021.