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.
FDA Recall Z-1501-2012 · Posted 2012-05-09
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Recalling FirmMichClone Associates, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeGHM
Date Initiated2012-02-23
Date Terminated2012-12-13
Product Quantity120 kits
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
Firm 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.
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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