Recall Z-0807-2013— Remel Inc

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Remel Inc, initiated 2012-08-20, terminated 2013-06-04. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Remel Xpect Clostridium difficile Toxin A/B, IVD, 40 clostridium difficile toxin A/B tests, REF 24640. Product Usage: The test kit is a rapid in vitro immunochromatographic test for the direct, qualitative detection of Clostridium difficile Toxin A and/or B in human fecal specimens. The test is intended for use as an aid in diagnosis of Clostridium difficile-associated disease.. Reason: The firm is recalling the products due to a potential for false negative test results..

Recalling firm
Remel Inc
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2012-08-20
Terminated
2013-06-04
Firm location
Lenexa, KS, United States

Product description

Remel Xpect Clostridium difficile Toxin A/B, IVD, 40 clostridium difficile toxin A/B tests, REF 24640. Product Usage: The test kit is a rapid in vitro immunochromatographic test for the direct, qualitative detection of Clostridium difficile Toxin A and/or B in human fecal specimens. The test is intended for use as an aid in diagnosis of Clostridium difficile-associated disease.

Reason for recall

The firm is recalling the products due to a potential for false negative test results.

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