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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

KWIK-STICK, Quality control kit for culture media, Catalog Numbers 01065K, Oligella urethralis derived from ATCC¿ 17960; 0621K, Staphylococcus aureus derived from NCTC 12493

Reported: June 18, 2025 Initiated: May 27, 2025 #Z-1957-2025

Product Description

KWIK-STICK, Quality control kit for culture media, Catalog Numbers 01065K, Oligella urethralis derived from ATCC¿ 17960; 0621K, Staphylococcus aureus derived from NCTC 12493

Reason for Recall

Affected products were packaged with the incorrect KWIK STIK assembly resulting in the product containing the wrong microorganism. 0621K was packaged 01065K swabs; 01065K was packaged with 0621K swabs. This may lead to delayed diagnosis.

Details

Recalling Firm
Microbiologics Inc
Units Affected
3 total
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of California and Pennsylvania and the country of New Zealand.
Location
Saint Cloud, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
KWIK-STICK, Quality control kit for culture media, Catalog Numbers 01065K, Oligella urethralis derived from ATCC¿ 17960; 0621K, Staphylococcus aureus derived from NCTC 12493. Recalled by Microbiologics Inc. Units affected: 3 total.
Why was this product recalled?
Affected products were packaged with the incorrect KWIK STIK assembly resulting in the product containing the wrong microorganism. 0621K was packaged 01065K swabs; 01065K was packaged with 0621K swabs. This may lead to delayed diagnosis.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 18, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1957-2025.