HIGH

OXOID MICROBACT IDENTIFICATION KITS, Listeria 12L Kit, 20 Tests; Listeria identification sysystem

Oxoid Ltd., part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, confirmed that Microbact 12L Kit 20 Tests MB1128A lot 4494873 may identify incorrect organism due to inconclusive result from ambiguous color reactions in wells.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 3, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Oxoid Australia Pty
Geographic Scope
1 states

Hazard Information

Oxoid Ltd., part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, confirmed that Microbact 12L Kit 20 Tests MB1128A lot 4494873 may identify incorrect organism due to inconclusive result from ambiguous color reactions in wells.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Oxoid Australia Pty Limited or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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OXOID MICROBACT IDENTIFICATION KITS, Listeria 12L Kit, 20 Tests; Listeria identification sysystem. Reason: Oxoid Ltd., part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, confirmed that Microbact 12L Kit 20 Tests MB1128A lot 4494873 may identify incorrect organism due to inconclusive result from ambiguous color reactions in wells.. Classification: Class II. Quantity: 2 kits. Distribution: US Nationwide distribution in the states of GA and CA.

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Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
UDI/DI 5032384127498
Lot Number 4494873
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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