Opti Medical Systems Inc Vitrex Blood Gas Capillary Tubes, MC0024, REF 189301, 250 pcs, 1,45 x 1,85 x 125 mm app. 200l, Heparinized: 6 IU Na & 9 IU Li/100 l, Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Vitrex Blood Gas Capillary Tubes, MC0024, REF 189301, 250 pcs, 1,45 x 1,85 x 125 mm app. 200l, Heparinized: 6 IU Na & 9 IU Li/100 l,
Brand
Opti Medical Systems Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Part #MC0024, Lot #1112254
Products Sold
Part #MC0024, Lot #1112254
Opti Medical Systems Inc is recalling Vitrex Blood Gas Capillary Tubes, MC0024, REF 189301, 250 pcs, 1,45 x 1,85 x 125 mm app. 200l, Hepar due to This lot of Heparinized Capillary Tubes contain contaminated lithium heparin.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
This lot of Heparinized Capillary Tubes contain contaminated lithium heparin.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Opti Medical sent a Recall Notice, dated May 8, 2008 to all consignees. Consignees were notified via email on/about May 5th thru 7th , 2008. They were instructed to discontinue use of the affected lot and to immediately return all remaining product to OPTI Medical for replacement.
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