Remel X/pect Flu A&B Control Swabs, For In Vitro Diagnostic Use, Ref R246003, each package contains 20 Flu A Control Swabs and 20 Flu B Control Swabs, each swab is individually packaged in a foil pouch. The firm name on the label is Remel Europe, Ltd., Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom. Product is a test kit containing characterized positive and negative controls intended for use in qualitative procedures as external quality control material for the Remel Xpect Flu A&B test kit.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: February 19, 2013 Remel Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot 260745, exp. 5/31/2014
  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:
Remel Inc
Reason for Recall:
Flu A+ Control Swabs incorrectly give Flu A- results when used for quality control testing with the Xpect Flu A&B test kit.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Remel X/pect Flu A&B Control Swabs, For In Vitro Diagnostic Use, Ref R246003, each package contains 20 Flu A Control Swabs and 20 Flu B Control Swabs, each swab is individually packaged in a foil pouch. The firm name on the label is Remel Europe, Ltd., Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom. Product is a test kit containing characterized positive and negative controls intended for use in qualitative procedures as external quality control material for the Remel Xpect Flu A&B test kit.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot 260745, exp. 5/31/2014

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1962-2013

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