Merit Medical Cultura Collection and Transport System, Ref CFTS100, Single Use, IVD, for the following unit counts: 1 Unit - (01)00884450492123, 50 Units - (01)10884450492120, 200 units - (01)20884450492127
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: All Lots distributed prior to August 28, 2020. 1 Unit - (01)00884450492123, 50 Units - (01)10884450492120, 200 units - (01)20884450492127
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- The flocked tip of the 100mm swab may break off in the nasophyaryngeal cavity during sample collection. This could result in soft tissue injury of the nasophyaryngeal cavity or a delay in treatment.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Merit Medical Cultura Collection and Transport System, Ref CFTS100, Single Use, IVD, for the following unit counts: 1 Unit - (01)00884450492123, 50 Units - (01)10884450492120, 200 units - (01)20884450492127
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
All Lots distributed prior to August 28, 2020. 1 Unit - (01)00884450492123, 50 Units - (01)10884450492120, 200 units - (01)20884450492127
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0455-2021
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