Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1970-2023 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | LumiraDx |
| Report date | Jun 21, 2023 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 25, 2023 |
| Quantity | 1003 kits |
| Location | Waltham, MA, United States |
Official product description
SteriPack Sterile Polyester Spun Swabs (25 units/Pack)- Intended for sample collection in the intended nasal area. Catalog Number: 60566RevB
Why the product was recalled
Fails Post-Sterilization Sterile Swabs Cantilever (Bend) Testing and may be more susceptible to breakage. If the swab breaks in the nasal cavity of a patient may cause injury or medical intervention to remove part of the swab
Distribution information
US Nationwide distribution.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
What to do next
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