FDAClass IIApril 21, 2021

cobas SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B assay cobas Liat recall

cobas SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B assay cobas Liat- Reagents, 2019-Novel Coronavirus Nucleic Acid for use on the cobas Liat System, Catalog Number…

Why was cobas SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B assay cobas Liat recalled?

Invalid or false positive results for one or more targets (SARS-CoV-2/Influenza A/Influenza B) using the cobas SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B assay for use under emergency use authorization on the cobas Liat analyzer, showed abnormal PCR growth curves

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

All lot numbers

Product
cobas SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B assay cobas Liat- Reagents, 2019-Novel Coronavirus Nucleic Acid for use on the cobas Liat System, Catalog Number…
Recalling firm
Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
Quantity
US: 143,823 kits Ex-US: 57,219 kits
Distribution
Nationwide WorldWide
Recall date
April 21, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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