Verigene Gram Positive Blood Culture (BC-GP) Nucleic Acid Test
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: GTIN Number: 00840487101575; Catalog Number: 20-006-018; Lot Number: 031824018A; Expiration Date: 09/16/2024
- 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:
- Luminex Corporation
- Reason for Recall:
- Potential for defective test cartridges which may result in false positive results for the Staphylococcus lugdunensis and Enterococcus faecium targets.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
Verigene Gram Positive Blood Culture (BC-GP) Nucleic Acid Test
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
GTIN Number: 00840487101575; Catalog Number: 20-006-018; Lot Number: 031824018A; Expiration Date: 09/16/2024
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2533-2024
Related Recalls
It was determined that the consumable issue may result in No Call - INT CTL 1 and/or False Negative results on a small portion of the lot of test cartridges.
Potentially defective utility trays in the reagent kits.
It is possible that in rare instances the VERIGENE CDF Nucleic Acid Test Kit (Part No. 20-005-022) and the VERIGENE Enteric Pathogens Nucleic Acid Test Kit (Part No. 20-005-023) could provide a false-negative result due to hydrophobic characteristics in specific FLOQSwab lots.