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Cascade Abrazo aPTT Test Card - Product Usage: are to be used with the Cascade Abrazo analyzer and are intended for the determination of the activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT) of citrated whole blood or plasma, Model 5722, For Export Only.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: January 5, 2021 Helena Laboratories Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Model Number: 5722 Lot Numbers: 1-20-5722 expiration date 90/30/2021; 3-20-5722 expiration date 11/30/2021; 4-20-5722 expiration date 12/31/2021
  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:
Helena Laboratories, Corp.
Reason for Recall:
Intermittent potential for shorter than expected clot times.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Cascade Abrazo aPTT Test Card - Product Usage: are to be used with the Cascade Abrazo analyzer and are intended for the determination of the activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT) of citrated whole blood or plasma, Model 5722, For Export Only.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Model Number: 5722 Lot Numbers: 1-20-5722 expiration date 90/30/2021; 3-20-5722 expiration date 11/30/2021; 4-20-5722 expiration date 12/31/2021

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1108-2021

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