Vitek 2 AST-N447 Test Kit
Biomerieux is recalling Vitek 2 AST-N447 Test Kits due to potential for false resistant results caused by pouch foil fractures.
Stop using the affected test kits and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
Why it was recalled
Biomerieux is recalling Vitek 2 AST-N447 Test Kits due to potential for false resistant carbapenem and/or cephalosporin results. This issue occurs when kits from the affected lot have pouch foil fractures, which may lead to inaccurate diagnostic results.
Is mine affected?
Check the model, lot, or serial number on the device or its packaging. Yours is affected if it matches one below.
VITEK 2 AST-N447 TEST KIT Product reference 424620
- UPC
- 0853293604, 03573026634551
- Recall #
- Z-2715-2026
Official source
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