Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a general purpose culture medium used for the growth and recovery of fastidious microbial species.
Reported: January 21, 2015 Initiated: June 6, 2014 #Z-0976-2015
Product Description
Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a general purpose culture medium used for the growth and recovery of fastidious microbial species.
Reason for Recall
A low level of surface and subsurface contamination of Listeria monocytogenes on 9 lots of non-sterile prepared plated media containing sheep blood, typically visible immediately upon removal from the packaging. The contamination is typically observed as 1-3 CFUs per plate when present.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Becton Dickinson & Co.
- Units Affected
- 775 cases
- Distribution
- Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide including Puerto Rico, Belgium, Canada, Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan.
- Location
- Sparks, MD
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood Columbia Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a general purpose culture medium used for the growth and recovery of fastidious microbial species.. Recalled by Becton Dickinson & Co.. Units affected: 775 cases.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A low level of surface and subsurface contamination of Listeria monocytogenes on 9 lots of non-sterile prepared plated media containing sheep blood, typically visible immediately upon removal from the packaging. The contamination is typically observed as 1-3 CFUs per plate when present.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 21, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0976-2015.
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