Bayer brand A1CNow+ MULTI-TEST A1C SYSTEM TEST KITS (PART NUMBER 3021/08842610); Hemoglobin A1c Monitor; Glycosylated Hemoglobin Assay; Product is manufactured and distributed by Bayer HealthCare LLC, Sunnyvale, CA The A1CNow+ test provides quantitative measurement of the percent of glycated hemoglobin (%HbA1c or %A1C) levels in capillary (fingerstick) or venous whole blood samples. The test is for professional use to monitor glycemic control in people with diabetes.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot: 1300733 (US, China); Lot: 1300712 (Argentina, Uruguay); Lots: 1300711, 130012 (Japan)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Bayer Healthcare Llc
Reason for Recall:
Test results from these lots may produce a high-bias reading (by up to 20%) that is outside of limits defined for stability and product accuracy when product is stored at room temperature four (4) to five (5) months after release.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Bayer brand A1CNow+ MULTI-TEST A1C SYSTEM TEST KITS (PART NUMBER 3021/08842610); Hemoglobin A1c Monitor; Glycosylated Hemoglobin Assay; Product is manufactured and distributed by Bayer HealthCare LLC, Sunnyvale, CA The A1CNow+ test provides quantitative measurement of the percent of glycated hemoglobin (%HbA1c or %A1C) levels in capillary (fingerstick) or venous whole blood samples. The test is for professional use to monitor glycemic control in people with diabetes.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot: 1300733 (US, China); Lot: 1300712 (Argentina, Uruguay); Lots: 1300711, 130012 (Japan)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0136-2014

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