McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc. is recalling 5 kits of Clearview Strep A Exact II Dipstick Respiratory Kits because they were mistakenly shipped to customers who did not have the required medical licenses to purchase or use them. This distribution error was caused by a classification mistake in the company's inventory management system. The recall affects kits with Catalog Number 4581225020 and all lot numbers. Laboratory supervisors and healthcare facilities should stop using these kits immediately and contact the manufacturer to arrange for their return.
The shipment of medical diagnostic devices to unlicensed facilities creates a risk that the tests could be performed or interpreted by individuals without the proper training or oversight. This could potentially lead to incorrect medical decisions or improper patient care.
Quantity affected: 5 kits. Affected due to a classification error in the inventory management system.
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