The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0816-2023·Announced 2023-01-11

Clinical Reagent Vitek MS-FA Recalled Due to Storage Condition Violations

Biomerieux is recalling VITEK MS-FA clinical reagent due to storage condition violations that degrade product performance. The recall affects 29 units distributed nationwide.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall due to storage condition violations that degrade reagent performance. No illnesses or injuries have been reported; the hazard is performance degradation rather than direct harm.

Plain-English summary

Biomerieux Inc is recalling VITEK MS-FA Clinical Reagent (Catalog 411072) distributed in the United States. This reagent is used in clinical laboratory testing.

The reagent was stored at temperatures and for durations outside manufacturer specifications. As a result, the manufacturer can no longer guarantee the product's performance in clinical use.

The recall affects 29 units with batch number 1009346190 that were distributed to healthcare facilities and laboratories nationwide.

Healthcare providers and laboratory directors should verify whether they have received the affected batch. Those with the recalled product should contact Biomerieux Inc for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
VITEK MS CLINICAL REAGENT VITEK MS-FA, CATALOG 411072
Manufacturer
Biomerieux Inc
Hazard
  • reagent-degradation
  • storage-violation

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • UDI/DI 03573026362843
  • Batch Numbers: 1009346190

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.