FDAClass IIFebruary 20, 2013

Quidel recall

Quidel, Sofia Influenza A + B FIA, Kit #20218 (25-Test Kit), in vitro diagnostic.

Why was Quidel recalled?

Quidel Corporation has initiated a voluntary recall of specific lots of the Sofia Influenza A+B FIA kits because of false positive results which may lead to misdiagnosis.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot # Range: 208228-214385, 707916-708108 (29 lots).

Product
Quidel, Sofia Influenza A + B FIA, Kit #20218 (25-Test Kit), in vitro diagnostic.
Recalling firm
Quidel Corporation
Quantity
13,090 kits (327,250 tests)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and internationally to Korea, Norway, Germany, Chile, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Netherlands, Thailand, Japan, China, and the UK
Recall date
February 20, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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