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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

QuickSlide MGS-80, Automated Mutli-Slide Gram Stainer/GramPRO-80. Systematically stains, rinses, decolorizes, and counter-stains the provided biological sample and slide.

Reported: July 20, 2016 Initiated: May 24, 2016 #Z-2146-2016

Product Description

QuickSlide MGS-80, Automated Mutli-Slide Gram Stainer/GramPRO-80. Systematically stains, rinses, decolorizes, and counter-stains the provided biological sample and slide.

Reason for Recall

Discrepant culture and gram stain results, which could potentially lead to misdiagnosis or improper treatment of a patient.

Details

Recalling Firm
Hardy Diagnostics
Units Affected
25
Distribution
U.S. Distribution to the following states: CA, TX, NE, OK, LA, NC, PA, AZ, NY, PA, VA, NM, MI, and WV.
Location
Santa Maria, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
QuickSlide MGS-80, Automated Mutli-Slide Gram Stainer/GramPRO-80. Systematically stains, rinses, decolorizes, and counter-stains the provided biological sample and slide.. Recalled by Hardy Diagnostics. Units affected: 25.
Why was this product recalled?
Discrepant culture and gram stain results, which could potentially lead to misdiagnosis or improper treatment of a patient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 20, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2146-2016.