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Class II Recall

Xpert Xpress Strep A, REF:Xprstrepa-CE-10, CE IVD,

Cepheid

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Xpert Xpress Strep A, REF:Xprstrepa-CE-10, CE IVD, by Cepheid. Reason: pipettes packaged in Strep A test may fail to dispense an adequate sample volume which could result in "invalid" results or no result test results..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0216-2024

Action Date

2023-11-08

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Xpert Xpress Strep A, REF:Xprstrepa-CE-10, CE IVD,

Lot/Code Info: UDI: (01)07332940006297/ Lot: 23815

Quantity Affected: 1,413 kits ( 10 test per kit)

Reason for Recall

pipettes packaged in Strep A test may fail to dispense an adequate sample volume which could result in "invalid" results or no result test results.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Costa Rica, Ireland, Estonia, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Greece, Poland, Switzerland, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-04-24

Company

Cepheid

Sunnyvale, CA

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 156 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Cepheid has 24 FDA actions in our database, including 7 recalls and 17 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Cepheid) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Cepheid have FDA actions?

Cepheid has 24 FDA actions in our database, including 7 recalls and 17 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0216-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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