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Type of Product	Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference	RC-2013-RN-00173-1
Product Name/Description	Oxoid Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Discs for Gentamicin (CN10). An in vitro diagnostic medical device (IVD) Item number: CT0024B Lot Number: 1177571
Recall Action Level	Hospital
Recall Action Classification	Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date	22/02/2013
Responsible Entity	Thermo Fisher Scientific Australia & New Zealand
Reason/Issue	Investigations have confirmed that cartridges within this batch may contain individual discs that are not impregnated with antibiotic. This could lead to a false indication of resistance to gentamicin.
Recall Action	Recall
Recall Action Instructions	Thermo Fisher Scientific is requesting customers to inspect stock and remove any affected units from further use. A credit note will be issued once affected stock has been confirmed. This action has been closed-out on 12/02/2016.
Contact Information	08 8238 9081 - Oxoid Quality Assurance