Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1267-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 24, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 12, 2021 |
| Quantity | 12177 units |
| Location | Rochester, NY, United States |
Official product description
VITROS SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Reagent Pack - The VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Reagent Pack when used in combination with the VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Calibrator is a chemiluminescent immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigens in nasopharyngeal (NP) specimens. For emergency authorization use only (EAU). Product Code: 6199941. OUS Product.
Why the product was recalled
VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products SARS-CoV-2 Antigen False Reactive Results Associated When Using Remel M4RT Viral Transport Media
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and the countries of Australia, Belgium, Canada L3R 4G5, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Russia, Singapore 609917, Spain, United Kingdom.
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: Letter.
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