QFT TB Antigen Tube. QIAGEN Sciences, LLC. The QuantiFERON TB-Gold is an indirect test for M. tuberculosis infection (including disease)
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: CODE(S): a. Cat # 0592-0201 Lot #A150135A TB Antigen Tube Expiry: April 2016 b. Cat # 0590-0201 Lot #059061291 TB-Nil 200pk Expiry: April 2016 c. Cat # 0597-0201 Lot #059772271 SPP Expiry: April 2016 d. Cat # 0597-0701 Lot #059772281 SPP-Luer Expiry: April 2016 e. Cat # 622686 Lot #059087361 TB-Nil 200 PK Expiry: April 2016
- 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:
- Qiagen Sciences LLC
- Reason for Recall:
- Potential for obtaining a false positive result due to the possibility of endotoxin presence.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
QFT TB Antigen Tube. QIAGEN Sciences, LLC. The QuantiFERON TB-Gold is an indirect test for M. tuberculosis infection (including disease)
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
CODE(S): a. Cat # 0592-0201 Lot #A150135A TB Antigen Tube Expiry: April 2016 b. Cat # 0590-0201 Lot #059061291 TB-Nil 200pk Expiry: April 2016 c. Cat # 0597-0201 Lot #059772271 SPP Expiry: April 2016 d. Cat # 0597-0701 Lot #059772281 SPP-Luer Expiry: April 2016 e. Cat # 622686 Lot #059087361 TB-Nil 200 PK Expiry: April 2016
Distribution:
Distributed in: US
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1230-2016
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