Recall Z-0788-2022 ยท JTR Kit, Quality Control For Culture Media
Microbiologics Inc
LYFO Disk
| Date | Jul 17, 2015 |
| Status | Completed |
| Reason | LYFO Disk Catalog #0983L is to contain Candida tropicalis. However, lot number 983-40-3 under Catalog #0983L, labeled as Candida tropicalis, is actually Yersinia entercolitica. This labeling error may cause a user's quality control to fail, resulting in testing needing to be repeated and delayed test results. |
| Root cause | Labeling mix-ups |
| Action | Microbiologics notified customers on 07/17/2015 via letter titled "Medical Device Recall". Instructions included to inspect inventory for affected products. If customers have received the product identified within the recall (LYFO DISK 0983L, Lot# 983-40-3), it is recommended that the customer destroys the product or return it to the recalling firm. Acknowledgement of the receipt of the recall letter was requested by completing a form and returning to Microbiologics. Questions or concerns can be directed to the Quality Systems Manager at 320.229.7050. |
| Quantity | 3 units |
| Distribution | Distribution is nationwide with three consignees located in Colorado, Georgia, and Ohio. |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K861022 | KWIK STIK(TM) LYFO(TM) DISK MICROORGANISMS Micro-Bio-Logics, Apr 4, 1986 |