Influenza Transport Swab Packages — Class II medical device recall Z-1231-2017
Terminated recall by Quidel Corporation, reported 2017-03-01, distributed nationwide. Quidel Corporation is recalling Influenza Transport Swab Packages because it may include an incorrect sample s
| Recall number | Z-1231-2017 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Quidel Corporation, San Diego, CA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2017-01-25 |
| Classified | 2017-02-22 |
| Reported by FDA | 2017-03-01 |
| Terminated | 2017-06-02 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Quantity | 1,010 packages |
Product
Influenza Transport Swab Packages, Reference #20171, One lot with 1010 packages (each package contains 25 transport tubes). The Influenza Swabs in dry transport tubes are intended for use with influenza tests
Reason for recall
Quidel Corporation is recalling Influenza Transport Swab Packages because it may include an incorrect sample swab mixed in with the proper swabs.
Machine access
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