Qiagen recalls specific SARS-CoV-2 test cartridges that may produce false negative results due to faulty manufacturing. Affected units include certain lot and serial numbers from the QIAstat-Dx Respiratory SARS-CoV-2 Panel test.
Faulty cartridges in the lot could result in false test results.
Qiagen is recalling specific cartridges for their SARS-CoV-2 test that could give false negative results. This means the test might not detect the virus when it's actually present, which could lead to incorrect health decisions.
The faulty cartridges may produce false negative results, meaning the test could incorrectly show no virus when the virus is actually present. This could lead to people not taking necessary health precautions even when infected.
People who purchased the QIAstat-Dx Respiratory SARS-CoV-2 Panel test cartridges with the specific lot and serial numbers listed in the recall. Those using the test for home virus screening are most at risk of false negatives.
Check the lot number (175011350) and serial numbers between 330568064 to 330568597 and specific serial numbers listed (330569655, 330569651, etc.). The product is sold under the QIAstat-Dx Respiratory SARS-CoV-2 Panel test.
Verify the lot number (175011350) and serial numbers against the list provided in the recall.
The recall is happening because faulty cartridges in the specific lot could result in false test results, meaning the test might not detect the virus when it's actually present.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so there is no action required beyond checking if your cartridges are affected.
Check the lot number (175011350) and serial numbers against the list provided: 330568064 to 330568597 and specific serial numbers like 330569655, 330569651, etc.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Qiagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1683-2023 — Qiagen Qiagen Hello, I own a Qiagen that is covered by recall Z-1683-2023 from Qiagen. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
