The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0274-2018·Announced 2017-12-27

Qiagen QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Recalled for Decreased Performance

Qiagen is recalling specific lots of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit because they may result in decreased performance in analytic workflows.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically indicates a situation where use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. The source text notes decreased performance without reporting specific injuries or illnesses, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Qiagen, GmbH is recalling 555 units of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit, Catalog No. 60704. The recall affects specific lots: 154025928, 154027751, 154029053, 154029743, and 154029744.

The recall was initiated because certain lots of the kit used in analytic workflows could result in decreased performance. The agency has classified this as a Class II recall.

The affected products were distributed in the United States and numerous international locations, including Argentina, Austria, Belgium, China, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom. Users should check their inventory for the specific lot numbers listed above and stop using the affected kits.

The recalled product

Product
QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Cat. No. 60704
Manufacturer
Qiagen, GmbH
Affected units
555

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (6)

  • QIAamp DSP Virus Kit
  • Cat. No. 60704
  • lot 154025928
  • 154027751
  • 154029053
  • 154029743 and 154029744.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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