Recall Z-0975-2007

Radiometer America Inc · initiated June 22, 2006

Terminated

Product

SafeClinitubes, REF 942-892, D957P-70-100x1, contained in kits containing 250 SafeClinitubes, insert, mixing wires and end caps. Capillary samplers for drawing small amounts of blood for blood gas analysis.

Codes / lots: Lot R0043, exp. 01/2008; R0044, exp. 01/2008; and R0045, exp. 03/2008.

Reason for recall

The clinitubes are not able to be filled due to contamination with silicone during production.

FDA-determined cause: Other

Action taken

The firm notified their customers of this recall with a letter dated 6/22/2006. The letter informs the customers of the problem with the affected lots of SafeCLINITUBES and asks that the customers discard any remaining boxes of affected product on-site. The recall letter is accompanied by a FAX FORM (response form) which the customer is asked to complete in order to request replacement product to be sent to their individual locations.

Details

Recall number
Z-0975-2007
Initiated
June 22, 2006
Posted by FDA
July 3, 2007
Terminated
May 8, 2012
Product code
GIO – Tube, Collection, Capillary Blood
Quantity
175 boxes
Distribution
Nationwide and Canada.
Recalling firm
Radiometer America Inc, Westlake, OH

Official FDA recall record