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Ameditech Inc: SCREENERS Dip Drug Test, Catalog Number: SCD-7MB300 The SCREENERS Dip Drug Test is a one-step immunoassay for the qualitative detection of multiple drugs and drug metabolites in human urine at a given cutoff concentrations (refer to PN: 42131-SC). The SCREENERS Dip Drug Test is used to obtain a visual, qualitative result and is intended for professional use only. This assay provides only a preliminary result. Clinical consideration and professional judgment must be applied to any drug of abuse test result, particularly in evaluating a preliminary positive result. In order to obtain a confirmed analytical result, a more specific alternate chemical method is needed. Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectroscopy (GC/MS) is the preferred confirmation meth Drugs covered by the Screeners Dip Drug Test (SCD-7MB300): BAR, BZO, COC, MET, OPI300, PCP, THC.

Recall number
Z-2670-2011
Recalling firm
Ameditech Inc
Product
SCREENERS Dip Drug Test, Catalog Number: SCD-7MB300 The SCREENERS Dip Drug Test is a one-step immunoassay for the qualitative detection of multiple drugs and drug metabolites in human urine at a given cutoff concentrations (refer to PN: 42131-SC). The SCREENERS Dip Drug Test is used to obtain a visual, qualitative result and is intended for professional use only. This assay provides only a preliminary result. Clinical consideration and professional judgment must be applied to any drug of abuse test result, particularly in evaluating a preliminary positive result. In order to obtain a confirmed analytical result, a more specific alternate chemical method is needed. Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectroscopy (GC/MS) is the preferred confirmation meth Drugs covered by the Screeners Dip Drug Test (SCD-7MB300): BAR, BZO, COC, MET, OPI300, PCP, THC.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2011-04-26
Posted
2011-06-27
Terminated
2011-08-11
Reason
The recall was initiated because Ameditech's internal review of regulatory files found that the two affected lots were manufactured without proper regulatory clearance.
Root cause
Process control
Action
Ameditech, Inc. sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated April 18, 2011 to the affected customer. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer. The letter requested the customer to: (1) Cease distribution of the affected lot and provide remaining inventory count to Ameditech. (2) Destroy any remaining inventory of these lots and document destruction per your site requirements. (3) Ensure that all users of the device receive a copy of the Urgent Medical Device Recall letter. A recall verification form was attached to the letter to be completed and returned by the customer via fax at 1-858-677-0243. Any questions about the information contained in the recall notice should be directed to Ameditech at amd.complaint@alere.com or call 858-535-1968.
Quantity
6000 test cards (120 kits)
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot Numbers: 110669 & 100093
510(k) numbers
["K042975","K050186"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
DKZ
Firm FEI
3003789989
Firm city
San Diego
Firm state
CA
Firm country
not on file

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