FDA Device

Seradyn QMS Vancomycin reagents, Part Number: 0373589. Seradyn, Inc, Indianapolis, IN.

Hazard

False negative test results due to Interfering substances (heterophile antibodies) in the patient's blood may produce erroneously low results.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consignees were notified of the problem via Urgent Medical Device Correction letter dated 12/20/07. The letter provided information on the issues concerning the recall. The firm will revise the package insert to address the potential occurrence of false negative bias. If inconsistencies with Vancomycin level exist, confirm with an alternative test method. For further information please contact 1-800-428-4072.

Products

Seradyn QMS Vancomycin reagents, Part Number: 0373589. Seradyn, Inc, Indianapolis, IN.
Brand
Seradyn, Inc.
UPC
All lots (lots 501930, 502063, 502074, 600432, 601166, 601207, 602556, 603076, 603801, 603312, 700657 and 703027).

Units Affected

1,819 kits plus bulk material for 1,863 kits.