Coronavirus antigen detection test system - Product Usage: intended for the qualitative detection of the nucleocapsid protein antigen to SARS-CoV-2 directly from nasal swab samples collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider within the first twelve days of symptom onset.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: February 3, 2021 LumiraDx Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    catalog #: L001000330001
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
LumiraDx
Reason for Recall:
Two lots of test strips failed QC testing using blank buffer due to false positives.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Coronavirus antigen detection test system - Product Usage: intended for the qualitative detection of the nucleocapsid protein antigen to SARS-CoV-2 directly from nasal swab samples collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider within the first twelve days of symptom onset.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

catalog #: L001000330001

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1312-2021

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