Remel Inc Oxoid Legionella BCYE Growth Supplement packaged in packs of 10-100ml vials. A growth supplement for the isolation of Legionella. Recall
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Oxoid Legionella BCYE Growth Supplement packaged in packs of 10-100ml vials. A growth supplement for the isolation of Legionella.
Brand
Remel Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot number: 1374439, Exp: 31 Aug 2015
Products Sold
Lot number: 1374439, Exp: 31 Aug 2015
Remel Inc is recalling Oxoid Legionella BCYE Growth Supplement packaged in packs of 10-100ml vials. A growth supplemen due to Use of the product could result in inadequate recovery of Legionella pneumophila which could result in false negative reporting.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences or death. Based on FDA medical device enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Use of the product could result in inadequate recovery of Legionella pneumophila which could result in false negative reporting.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the device and contact the manufacturer for further instructions. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 12, 2026