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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 13, 2016

NEL GBS Medium 20 ml in 100x15mm plate (Standard Petri Dish) Catalog No.: P8000; For the selective enrichment and screening of Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Strep).

Product marketed without a 510 (k)

Recall #
Z-1313-2016
Affected scope
9300
Initiated
December 21, 2015
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The recall

Northeast Laboratory Services, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — Product marketed without a 510 (k).

Moderate
severity level
9K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
April 13, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1313-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1313-2016) was formally reported on April 13, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 21, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Northeast Laboratory Services, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Winslow, ME. Federal records list the affected scope as 9300.

The documented reason for this recall is: Product marketed without a 510 (k) Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

9300

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

NEL GBS Medium 20 ml in 100x15mm plate (Standard Petri Dish) Catalog No.: P8000; For the selective enrichment and screening of Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Strep).

Reason for recall

Product marketed without a 510 (k)

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1313-2016
Date reported April 13, 2016
Date initiated December 21, 2015
Recalling firm Northeast Laboratory Services, Inc.
Firm location Winslow, ME
Affected scope 9300
Distribution Nationwide Distribution.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

9300 units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
NEL GBS Medium 20 ml in 100x15mm plate (Standard Petri Dish) Catalog No.: P8000; For the selective enrichment and screening of Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Strep).. Recalled by Northeast Laboratory Services, Inc.. Units affected: 9300.
Why was this product recalled?
Product marketed without a 510 (k)
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 13, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1313-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1313-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported April 13, 2016.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).