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Remel GC Agar Base Recall

GC Agar Base (150mm) 10/PK R04030; GC Agar Base (100mm) 10/PK R01460

Updated June 3, 2026

Remel GC Agar Base laboratory media may not properly recover some strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria, potentially leading to missed or delayed diagnoses of gonorrhea infection.

Is the Remel, Inc recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by FDA on June 3, 2026. Details below.

What is recalled

Remel GC Agar Base in two sizes: 150mm plates, catalog R04030 (10 pack), and 100mm plates, catalog R01460 (10 pack).

Am I affected

You are affected if you work in a clinical laboratory and have Remel GC Agar Base products with catalog numbers R04030 (150mm) or R01460 (100mm).

What to do right now

Contact Remel, Inc directly about this recall. If you have used these products for gonorrhea testing, consult your laboratory director or supervisor about retesting or verification steps.

The hazard

Reduced or no recovery of some strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Brands affected

Remel, Inc
Source
FDA
Category
Medical Devices
Recall ID
fda-Z-2623-2026
Classification
Class II
Recalled
June 3, 2026
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