Microbiologics recalls SARS-CoV-2 Process Control Pellets with CDC/WHO RNA targets for nucleic acid tests. Recalled lots may pose risks if used incorrectly in testing.
The SARS-CoV-2 Process Control (Pellet) contains RNA transcripts that include diagnostically relevant SARS-CoV-2 targets (CDC and WHO consensus sequences).
Microbiologics is recalling SARS-CoV-2 Process Control Pellets that contain RNA transcripts matching SARS-CoV-2 targets. This recall is due to potential risks if these pellets are used in nucleic acid tests without proper controls.
The pellets contain RNA transcripts that include SARS-CoV-2 targets as defined by CDC and WHO. If used incorrectly in nucleic acid tests, they could lead to false results or contamination risks.
Users of nucleic acid tests for SARS-CoV-2 who may have purchased the recalled pellets. Lab technicians and testing facilities using these pellets are most at risk.
Check for catalog number HE0062S and lots HE0062-01-1 through HE0062-06-2. These pellets were sold for use in nucleic acid tests to evaluate SARS-CoV-2 detection.
Verify the catalog number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your product is affected.
SARS-CoV-2 Process Control Pellets (catalog # HE0062S) with specific lot numbers.
The pellets contain RNA transcripts that include SARS-CoV-2 targets as defined by CDC and WHO, which could lead to false results if used incorrectly.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to confirm if it's affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Microbiologics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2486-2021 — Microbiologics Microbiologics Hello, I own a Microbiologics that is covered by recall Z-2486-2021 from Microbiologics. 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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