Z-1501-2012

Sickle Heme, Hemoglobin S Solubility For Qualitative Determination of Hemoglobin S Test; ,100 Test Kit...

Name: Z-1501-2012 Sickle Heme, Hemoglobin S Solubility For Qualitative Determination of Hemoglobin S Test; ,100 Test Kit...
Creator: MichClone Associates, Inc.
Published: 2012-02-23
License: https://open.fda.gov/license/

MichClone Associates, Inc. / initiated 2012-02-23 / Terminated / root cause: manufacturing process

FDA source

MichClone Associates, Inc. began a recall of Sickle Heme, Hemoglobin S Solubility For Qualitative Determination of Hemoglobin S Test; ,100 Test Kit Product, No MCA 100, Contents: Two bottles of Sickle... on 2012-02-23. The reason FDA records is "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...". As of 2026-09-10, the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.

Recall record

Recall number: Z-1501-2012
Status: Terminated
Initiated: 2012-02-23
Posted: 2012-05-09
Terminated: 2012-12-13
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.
Product code: GHM Test, Sickle Cell
Reason for recall: 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 tag: manufacturing process
FDA 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: [email protected]. Questions and concerns should be addressed to Technical Support Department at 248-307-9494.
Quantity in commerce: 120 kits
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution.
Product codes and lots: Lot# 1187, expiration date: 7/13 Catalog No.MCA-IOO, MHK 110A Powder Lot # 1171 (part of kit)

Product code GHM

K860812Class IISickle Cell Reagent SetMichclone Associates, Inc. / cleared 1986-04-11

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