The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0603-2024·Announced 2023-12-27

ZEUS ELISA Parvovirus B19 Test Kits Recalled for Unapproved Modification

Zeus Scientific recalls ZEUS ELISA Parvovirus B19 IgM test kits due to an unapproved modification to the test conjugate that was implemented without FDA review and approval.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a Class II recall without reported illnesses or injuries. The issue is regulatory non-compliance—an unapproved modification to the test conjugate. Without explicit evidence of harm, this is characterized as a moderate procedural issue.

Plain-English summary

Zeus Scientific is recalling certain ZEUS ELISA Parvovirus B19 IgM Test System kits (Product Number SM9Z7701G). The organization completed a product improvement process to the conjugate within these kits, and this modification was not reviewed and approved by the FDA prior to its implementation.

The recall affects 293 kits distributed to facilities in California, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, and Utah. The affected lot numbers are 23030069, 23060238, and 23060239.

The recalled product

Product
ZEUS ELISA Parvovirus B19 IgM Test System, Product Number SM9Z7701G
Manufacturer
Zeus Scientific, Inc.
Hazard
  • unapproved-modification

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 (1)

  • Lot Numbers: 23030069 23060238 23060239

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states:

  • CA
  • MA
  • MI
  • NJ
  • NY
  • TN
  • UT