# China NMPA Product Recall - Gram-positive bacteria identification card

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> China NMPA product recall for Gram-positive bacteria identification card by Roche Diagnostics Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. published November 13, 2017. Recall level: Level 2 Recall. On November 13, 2017, bioMérieux Diagnostics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. announced a voluntary Class II rec

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## Details

- Record Type: CHINA_PRODUCT_RECALL
- Title: bioMérieux Diagnostics Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is voluntarily recalling Gram-positive bacteria identification cards.
- Company Name: Roche Diagnostics Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date: 2017-11-13
- Product Name: Gram-positive bacteria identification card
- Recall Level: Level 2 Recall
- Recall Reason: The products in question may exhibit atypical negative reactions, leading to erroneous results.
- Discovering Company: bioMérieux Diagnostics Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
- Manufacturing Company: Roche Diagnostics Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
- Summary: On November 13, 2017, bioMérieux Diagnostics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. announced a voluntary Class II recall concerning its Gram-Positive Bacteria Identification Cards. This significant action was officially reported to the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), serving as the primary regulatory body overseeing medical devices in China. The recall was initiated due to a critical product defect where the affected identification cards, identified by product number 20162402447, were found to potentially exhibit atypical negative reactions. Such reactions are a serious concern as they could lead to inaccurate or misleading diagnostic results. Erroneous diagnostic outcomes carry significant implications for patient care, potentially resulting in incorrect diagnoses, delayed appropriate treatment, or unnecessary medical interventions. This voluntary recall by bioMérieux Diagnostics demonstrates a proactive approach to ensuring the safety and reliability of its medical diagnostic products. A Class II recall, as designated by regulatory authorities, indicates that the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. The company has committed to providing comprehensive details regarding the specific models, specifications, and batch numbers of all impacted products through an accompanying "Medical Device Recall Event Report Form." This measure is aligned with the NMPA's framework for managing medical device safety and ensuring manufacturers address quality control issues effectively to protect public health.

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