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Recall of Triple Blood-Pack Unit with PL 732 Transfer Pack

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DATE RECALL INITIATED:

March 17, 2003

LOT NUMBERS / EXPIRATION DATES:

M03A09014   9/30/2004
M03A09014A   9/30/2004

MANUFACTURER:

Baxter Healthcare Corp / Fenwal Division
Maricao, Puerto Rico

REASON:

Baxter Healthcare has become aware of leaks involving the PL 732 platelet container during component preparation The reported leaks occurred during expression of plasma from the platelet container. Blood products successfully processed in containers that did not split are not affected.

Consignees have been asked to contact the manufacturer to arrange for product return.

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