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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

QIAcube Connect MDx, Model No. 9003070

Reported: September 21, 2022 Initiated: November 21, 2021 #Z-1746-2022

Product Description

QIAcube Connect MDx, Model No. 9003070

Reason for Recall

During the "Load tip racks and enzymes" step of the run set-up, the info screen indicates "minimal volume to be loaded", but the indicated volume is instead the exact volume that should be loaded. Misunderstanding the guidance may lead to over diluted, under diluted, or improperly lysed sample, which in turn could lead to false negative or false positive results.

Details

Recalling Firm
Qiagen Sciences LLC
Units Affected
93 US; 57 OUS
Distribution
Domestic distribution to AZ, CA, CO, DE, DC, FL, GA, IA, KS, LA, MA, MD, MN, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI. International distribution worldwide.
Location
Germantown, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
QIAcube Connect MDx, Model No. 9003070. Recalled by Qiagen Sciences LLC. Units affected: 93 US; 57 OUS.
Why was this product recalled?
During the "Load tip racks and enzymes" step of the run set-up, the info screen indicates "minimal volume to be loaded", but the indicated volume is instead the exact volume that should be loaded. Misunderstanding the guidance may lead to over diluted, under diluted, or improperly lysed sample, which in turn could lead to false negative or false positive results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 21, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1746-2022.