GC Agar Base recall (Remel, Inc)
Medical deviceClass IIOngoing
Summary: Remel, Inc is recalling GC Agar Base (150mm) 10/PK R04030; GC Agar Base (100mm) 10/PK R01460. Reason: Reduced or no recovery of some strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
What is being recalled
GC Agar Base (150mm) 10/PK R04030; GC Agar Base (100mm) 10/PK R01460
Why
Reduced or no recovery of some strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
How serious is it
Class II is the middle level: using or being exposed to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where it was sold
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.
How to tell if yours is affected
R01460 - GC Agar Base (100mm) 10/PK UDI-DI 848838001796 Lots 338950 356898 359912 365679 371863 376799 382136 384712 393488 396333 402458; R04030 - GC Agar Base (150mm) 10/PK UDI-DI 848838004469 Lots 336864 345992 348754 359925 367829 374235 376786 381488 385224 391312 393478
What to do
Check the model, lot or serial numbers above against your device. If yours is affected, contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider before you stop using a device you rely on.
Recall facts
| Recall number | Z-2623-2026 |
| Category | Medical device |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | June 3, 2026 |
| Reported | July 8, 2026 |
| Company | Remel, Inc |
| Company location | Lenexa, KS, United States |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Quantity | 1573 |
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