Recall Z-0328-2016

Biochemical Diagnostics Inc · initiated September 14, 2015

Class III Terminated

Class III – products unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction but that violate FDA labeling or manufacturing laws

Product

CONSULT(TM) diagnostics hCG CONTROLS Kit, Part/Reorder Number 5011, IVD Product Usage - CONSULT Diagnostics hCG Controls are intended to validate the performance of qualitative hCG urine procedures and immunochromatographic devices.

Codes / lots: Lot/Codes: KN165 (exp. 2017-09), KN169 (exp. 2017-10), KN171 (exp. 2017-11) and KN177 (exp. 2018-02)

Reason for recall

CONSULT diagnostics hCG Controls have discrepant storage temperatures listed on the kit labels when compared with the individual vial labels and the package insert.

FDA-determined cause: Labeling False and Misleading

Action taken

Biochemical Diagnostics sent a Notice of Correction Letter (dated August 26, 2015) to customers via USPS 1st class mail. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to return the verification form, per the notification. For questions contact Alere Technical Service at 866-216-0094 or by email at verifications.at verifications.ts@alere.com.

Details

Recall number
Z-0328-2016
Initiated
September 14, 2015
Posted by FDA
November 23, 2015
Terminated
January 26, 2016
Product code
JJX – Single (Specified) Analyte Controls (Assayed And Unassayed)
Quantity
Domestic: 4,473 kits
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution
Recalling firm
Biochemical Diagnostics Inc, Edgewood, NY

Official FDA recall record