The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1989-2019·Announced 2019-07-31

Abbott Immunoglobulin G Diagnostic Assay Recall for IFU Updates

Abbott Laboratories is recalling 11,063 Immunoglobulin G in vitro diagnostic kits to update instructions for use regarding reagents and specimen handling.

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 for an update to the Instructions for Use (IFU) regarding reagents and specimen handling, which constitutes a labeling/documentation issue without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the Moderate severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Abbott Laboratories, Inc. is recalling 11,063 kits of the Immunoglobulin G in vitro diagnostic assay. This product is used for the quantitative determination of immunoglobulin G in human serum or plasma. The recall is being conducted to update the Instructions for Use (IFU) specifically within the Reagents and Specimen Collection and Handling/Preparation for Analysis sections.

The update is required due to different issues identified with the various products. The recall number is Z-1989-2019. The agency classification for this recall is Class II.

Distribution was nationwide, including Puerto Rico, and included government and military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to numerous countries including Canada, Australia, China, India, and the United Kingdom. Users should refer to the updated instructions for use provided by the manufacturer.

The recalled product

Product
Immunoglobulin G is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of immunoglobulin G in human serum or plasma. Antigen in the sample bonds to the specific antibody in the reagent, forming an immune complex. The immune complex causes an increase in light scat
Affected units
11,063

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)

  • All IFU's

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 9 recalled by Abbott Laboratories, Inc 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.

See all 9 products in this recall →