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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

BD GeneOhm MRSA ACP Assay, Catalog #441639, box 200 tests labeled in part***GeneOhm Sciences Canada, Inc. 2555 Boul, du Parc-Technologique, Quebec, QC, Canada G1P 4S5*** BD GeneOhm MRSA ACP Assay is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the direct detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) DNA from nasal swabs in patients at risk for nasal colonization. Test is intended to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA infections in healthcare settings. It is not intended

Reported: September 12, 2012 Initiated: May 22, 2012 #Z-2317-2012

Product Description

BD GeneOhm MRSA ACP Assay, Catalog #441639, box 200 tests labeled in part***GeneOhm Sciences Canada, Inc. 2555 Boul, du Parc-Technologique, Quebec, QC, Canada G1P 4S5*** BD GeneOhm MRSA ACP Assay is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the direct detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) DNA from nasal swabs in patients at risk for nasal colonization. Test is intended to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA infections in healthcare settings. It is not intended to diagnose MRSA infections nor to guide or monitor treatment for MRSA infections. .

Reason for Recall

Leakage in Cepheid SmartCycler reaction tubes.

Details

Recalling Firm
Becton Dickinson & Co.
Units Affected
68 kits
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including CA, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI, and WV.
Location
Sparks, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BD GeneOhm MRSA ACP Assay, Catalog #441639, box 200 tests labeled in part***GeneOhm Sciences Canada, Inc. 2555 Boul, du Parc-Technologique, Quebec, QC, Canada G1P 4S5*** BD GeneOhm MRSA ACP Assay is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the direct detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) DNA from nasal swabs in patients at risk for nasal colonization. Test is intended to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA infections in healthcare settings. It is not intended to diagnose MRSA infections nor to guide or monitor treatment for MRSA infections. .. Recalled by Becton Dickinson & Co.. Units affected: 68 kits.
Why was this product recalled?
Leakage in Cepheid SmartCycler reaction tubes.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 12, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2317-2012.