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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a general purpose culture medium used for the growth and recovery of fastidious microbial species.

Reported: January 21, 2015 Initiated: June 6, 2014 #Z-0976-2015

Product Description

Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a general purpose culture medium used for the growth and recovery of fastidious microbial species.

Reason for Recall

A low level of surface and subsurface contamination of Listeria monocytogenes on 9 lots of non-sterile prepared plated media containing sheep blood, typically visible immediately upon removal from the packaging. The contamination is typically observed as 1-3 CFUs per plate when present.

Details

Recalling Firm
Becton Dickinson & Co.
Units Affected
775 cases
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide including Puerto Rico, Belgium, Canada, Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan.
Location
Sparks, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a general purpose culture medium used for the growth and recovery of fastidious microbial species.. Recalled by Becton Dickinson & Co.. Units affected: 775 cases.
Why was this product recalled?
A low level of surface and subsurface contamination of Listeria monocytogenes on 9 lots of non-sterile prepared plated media containing sheep blood, typically visible immediately upon removal from the packaging. The contamination is typically observed as 1-3 CFUs per plate when present.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 21, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0976-2015.