Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0135-2023 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | LumiraDx |
| Report date | Nov 2, 2022 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 23, 2022 |
| Quantity | 83 kits |
| Location | Waltham, MA, United States |
Official product description
LumiraDx SARS-CoV-2 Antigen (Ag) Liquid Quality Control Kit Catalog #: L016080109002 (EUA) The LumiraDx SARS-CoV-2 Quality Controls are intended for liquid quality control testing performed on the LumiraDx Instrument when used with the LumiraDx SARS-CoV-2 Ag Test Strip. The Quality Controls provide users with assurance that the device is performing within specification
Why the product was recalled
Assigned vial lot numbers for the incorrect type of product. SARS-CoV-2 & Flu A/B lot numbers were incorrectly assigned to the positive and negative vial lot numbers for SARS-CoV-2 Ag LQCs within batch 2002204017, which should have been assigned SARS-CoV-2 Ag lot numbers resulting in an error message and preventing use of the LQC
Distribution information
US Nationwide distribution.
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
What to do next
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