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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

VACUETTE Safety Blood Collection Set + Luer Adapter, 23x12" Safety Blood Collect LA Product, Item number 450096. Usage: The Safety Blood Collection Set is used in routine venipuncture procedures.

Reported: February 27, 2013 Initiated: February 1, 2013 #Z-0835-2013

Product Description

VACUETTE Safety Blood Collection Set + Luer Adapter, 23x12" Safety Blood Collect LA Product, Item number 450096. Usage: The Safety Blood Collection Set is used in routine venipuncture procedures.

Reason for Recall

The VACUETTE Safety Blood Collection Set + Luer Adapter may display leaking (small droplets) during use due to a crack on the luer connector piece.

Details

Units Affected
192,000 pieces (192 cases)
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution in the states of FL, IL, KY, NY, NC, PA, OH, TX, VA
Location
Monroe, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
VACUETTE Safety Blood Collection Set + Luer Adapter, 23x12" Safety Blood Collect LA Product, Item number 450096. Usage: The Safety Blood Collection Set is used in routine venipuncture procedures.. Recalled by Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.. Units affected: 192,000 pieces (192 cases).
Why was this product recalled?
The VACUETTE Safety Blood Collection Set + Luer Adapter may display leaking (small droplets) during use due to a crack on the luer connector piece.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 27, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0835-2013.