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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Cascade Abrazo aPTT Test Card, Model 5722, For Export Only. The firm name on the label is Helena Laboratories, Beaumont, TX.

Reported: October 9, 2019 Initiated: December 7, 2017 #Z-2761-2019

Product Description

Cascade Abrazo aPTT Test Card, Model 5722, For Export Only. The firm name on the label is Helena Laboratories, Beaumont, TX.

Reason for Recall

Some of the cards show occasional shorter clot times than the expected variation resulting in a potential false negative result on the screening assay.

Details

Units Affected
21 kits
Distribution
Distribution was made to Germany and Australia. There was no U.S. distribution.
Location
Beaumont, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Cascade Abrazo aPTT Test Card, Model 5722, For Export Only. The firm name on the label is Helena Laboratories, Beaumont, TX.. Recalled by Helena Laboratories, Corp.. Units affected: 21 kits.
Why was this product recalled?
Some of the cards show occasional shorter clot times than the expected variation resulting in a potential false negative result on the screening assay.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 9, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2761-2019.