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BD GeneOhm Cdiff Assay, Part #441401, containing Lysis Kit sample buffer tubes, 200 tests/kit; labeled as ***GeneOhm Sciences Canada, Inc. 2555 boul. du Parc-Technologique Quebec, Qc, Canada, G1P 4S5*** The BD GeneOhm" Cdiff Assay is a rapid in vitro diagnostic test for the direct, qualitative detection of C. difficile toxin B gene (tcdB) in human liquid or soft stool specimens from patients suspected of having Clostridium difficile-associated disease (CDAD). The test, based on real-time PCR, is intended for use as an aid in diagnosis of CDAD.

Z-0790-2014

October 11, 2013

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Becton Dickinson & Co.
Event
Event 66933
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
33 kits
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0790-2014

Official wording

Reason: An incorrect reagent was packed with an in vitro diagnostic kit, which may cause an increase in unresolved results or false negative results for Clostridium difficile in patient samples.

Code information: Lot 08T13108 Exp Dec 24 2013

Distribution pattern: US Distribution including the states of NY, IN, UT, MN, OH, MA, SD, CA, NJ, and PA.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    An incorrect reagent was packed with an in vitro diagnostic kit, which may cause an increase in unresolved results or false negative results for Clostridium difficile in patient samples.

Field note

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