Meridian Bioscience Inc recalls PREMIER EHEC and PREMIER EHEC Bulk.

Recall date

November 8, 2016

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1033-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Meridian Bioscience Inc

Sold / distributed

Product was shipped to the following states: AL. AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI & WY. Product was also sent to the following countries: CANADA, GERMANY, HONG KONG, ITALY, JAPAN & NEW ZEAL…

Why it was recalled

Internal testing has demonstrated that the indicated kit lots produce false positive results when tested with some broth specimens.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

PREMIER EHEC and PREMIER EHEC Bulk.