Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct assay, Model MOL2650. The Focus Diagnostics Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct assay is intended for use on the 3M Integrated Cycler instrument for the in vitro qualitative detection and differentiation of influenza A virus, influenza B virus, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) RNA in nasopharyngeal swabs (NPS) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory tract infection in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological risk factors. This test is intended for use as an aid in the differential diagnosis of influenza A, influenza B, and RSV viral infections in humans and is not intended to detect influenza C.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Model Number MOL2650 Lot Numbers: 24493, 24495, 24535, 24536.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Focus Diagnostics Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- Focus Diagnostics is initiating an urgent safety notice correction for Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct assay (MOL2650) because Focus Diagnostics has received some customer complaints of Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV lots due to sporadic false positive RSV signals, which may result in a higher RSV false positive rate.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct assay, Model MOL2650. The Focus Diagnostics Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct assay is intended for use on the 3M Integrated Cycler instrument for the in vitro qualitative detection and differentiation of influenza A virus, influenza B virus, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) RNA in nasopharyngeal swabs (NPS) from human patients with signs and symptoms of respiratory tract infection in conjunction with clinical and epidemiological risk factors. This test is intended for use as an aid in the differential diagnosis of influenza A, influenza B, and RSV viral infections in humans and is not intended to detect influenza C.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Model Number MOL2650 Lot Numbers: 24493, 24495, 24535, 24536.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0846-2014
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