FDA-Device2026-04-15Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT

Beckman Coulter MicroScan Neg MIC 3J antibiotic susceptibility panels recalled for manufacturing defects

OTHERNationwide distribution

Stop using Beckman Coulter MicroScan panels

Beckman Coulter identified a manufacturing defect in certain MicroScan Neg MIC 3J antibiotic susceptibility test panels (Catalog C54814, Lot 2025-08-23). Some panels are missing a drug in one well and contain double the amount of antibiotics in others, which could produce inaccurate test results. No injuries have been reported.

  • Stop using MicroScan Neg MIC 3J panels with Catalog Number C54814 and Lot Number 2025-08-23
  • Contact Beckman Coulter for instructions on return or disposal
  • Review any patient test results from affected panels with your laboratory director
Hazard

Due to a manufacturing issue - missing a drug in well 4/4 but contain double the amount of antibiotics

Sold states
International distribution in the country of Japan.
Affected count
688 boxes (20 panels per box)
Manufactured in
2040 Enterprise Blvd, West Sacramento, CA, United States
Products
MicroScan Neg MIC 3J REF C54814

Official notice

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1772-2026

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