Diamedix Is-Mumps IgG Test Kit Recalled Due to Sample Diluent Contamination
Diamedix Corporation is recalling 697 Is-Mumps IgG Test Kits because a gel-like substance was found in the sample diluent, which could compromise product performance.
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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves potential performance compromise rather than direct physical injury or reported illness, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Diamedix Corporation is recalling 697 units of the Diamedix Is-Mumps IgG Test Kit. This product is an enzyme immunoassay (EIA) procedure intended for the qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of Mumps IgG antibodies to aid in the diagnosis of Mumps infection.
The recall was initiated because a gel-like substance was found in the kit component known as the sample diluent. This contamination could potentially compromise the performance of the product. The affected units are identified by Lot # 20804, Catalog # 720-540, and have an expiration date of August 31, 2015.
The affected kits were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States (specifically in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WI, and Puerto Rico) and in Italy. Users should stop using the affected kits and contact Diamedix Corporation for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Diamedix Is-Mumps IgG Test Kit Diamedix Is-Mumps IgG Test Kit is an EIA procedure intended for the qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of Mumps IgG antibodies as an aid in the diagnosis of Mumps infection.
- Manufacturer
- Diamedix Corporation
- Affected units
- 697
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 (3)
- Lot # 20804
- Catalog # 720-540. Expiration Date August 31
- 2015
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 3 recalled by Diamedix Corporation under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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