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MichClone Associates, Inc.: Sickle Heme, Hemoglobin S Solubility For Qualitative Determination of Hemoglobin S Test; ,100 Test Kit Product, No MCA 100, Contents: Two bottles of Sickle Cell Buffer, Two Bottles of Sickle Cell Powder; One Line Scale Two Dispensing Closures; For Invitor Diagnostics Use, Store at Room Temperature, Michclone Associates, Madison Heights, MI 48071. For the qualitative determination of positive or negative Sickle Cell Anemia present in Hemoglobin , for in vitro diagnostic use only.

Recall number
Z-1501-2012
Recalling firm
MichClone Associates, Inc.
Product
Sickle Heme, Hemoglobin S Solubility For Qualitative Determination of Hemoglobin S Test; ,100 Test Kit Product, No MCA 100, Contents: Two bottles of Sickle Cell Buffer, Two Bottles of Sickle Cell Powder; One Line Scale Two Dispensing Closures; For Invitor Diagnostics Use, Store at Room Temperature, Michclone Associates, Madison Heights, MI 48071. For the qualitative determination of positive or negative Sickle Cell Anemia present in Hemoglobin , for in vitro diagnostic use only.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2012-02-23
Posted
2012-05-09
Terminated
2012-12-13
Reason
Michclone Associate's has received two complaints concerning the powder vial included in the 100 test kit observed producing pressure while sealed. When the powders are opened, the pressure from within the vial releases a small amount of powder into the air. This powder. if released near the face and inhaled can cause minor irritation resulting in sneezing and nasal congestion. Investigation f
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Action
Michclone Associates, Inc. sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated March 15, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to identify affected lots, notify sub accounts, and complete and return the response form to arrange return of unused product and replacement . Forms can be returned by FAX 248(307)-9498, mail: Michclone Associates Inc. 680 Ajax Drive, Madison Heights, MI 48118 or Email: toben@greatlakesdiag.com. Questions and concerns should be addressed to Technical Support Department at 248-307-9494.
Quantity
120 kits
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution.
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot# 1187, expiration date: 7/13  Catalog No.MCA-IOO, MHK 110A Powder Lot # 1171 (part of kit)
510(k) numbers
["K860812"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
GHM
Firm FEI
1831312
Firm city
Madison Heights
Firm state
MI
Firm country
not on file

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