CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Diagnostic Test for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Qualitative detection of the n
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Diagnostic Test for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 by Versea Diagnostics LLC. Reason: Products may have been distributed to customers other than laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments as stipulated i.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-2407-2021
Action Date
2021-09-08
Status
Terminated
Category
device
Product Description
CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Diagnostic Test for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Qualitative detection of the nucleocapsid protein antigen from SARS-CoV-2 in nasopharyngeal or anterior nasal swab specimens directly collected from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their healthcare provider within five days of symptom onset, or from individuals without symptoms or other epidemiological reasons to suspect COVID-19 when tested twice over two or three days with at least 24 hours and no more than 48 hours between tests. (CLIA Waived Laboratories)
Lot/Code Info: all lot codes
Quantity Affected: 563,290 in total
Reason for Recall
Products may have been distributed to customers other than laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments as stipulated in the Emergency Use Authorization.
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, OH, OK, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, PA, SC, TX, VA, and WA.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2021-07-27
Company
Tampa, FL
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 126 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
Versea Diagnostics LLC has 4 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls.
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 (Versea Diagnostics LLC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Versea Diagnostics LLC have FDA actions?
Versea Diagnostics LLC has 4 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2407-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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