The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1991-2019·Announced 2019-07-31

Abbott Apolipoprotein A1 Assay Recalled for Instruction Manual Updates

Abbott Laboratories is recalling 2,112 Apolipoprotein A1 assay kits to update the Instructions for Use (IFU) 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 classified as FDA Class II, and the source text identifies the issue as a required update to the Instructions for Use (IFU) rather than a reported injury or contamination event, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity labeling/documentation issue.

Plain-English summary

Abbott Laboratories, Inc. is recalling 2,112 kits of the Apolipoprotein A1 in vitro diagnostic assay. This product is used for the quantitative determination of apolipoprotein A1 in human serum or plasma. The recall covers all Instructions for Use (IFU) associated with the product.

The recall was initiated because an update to the 'Reagents' and 'Specimen Collection and Handling/Preparation for Analysis' sections of the IFU was required. The source text indicates that these updates were necessary due to different issues with the various products.

Distribution was nationwide, including Puerto Rico, and included government/military distribution. The product was also distributed to numerous foreign countries. Users should refer to the updated Instructions for Use for the correct reagent and specimen handling procedures.

The recalled product

Product
Apolipoprotein A1 is an in vitro diagnostic assay for the quantitative determination of apolipoprotein A1 in human serum or plasma. Antibodies to apolipoprotein A1 combine with apolipoprotein A1 in the sample to form insoluble immune complexes. The immune complexes cause an incr
Affected units
2,112

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 →