Qiagen Filter-Tips Recall: Leaking Tips with QIAsymphony SP/AS

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Recalling firmQiagen Sciences LLC19300 Germantown Rd, N/A · Germantown, MD 20874-1415

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What happened, in plain English

Qiagen is recalling Filter-Tips (1500 ul) that come in kits with 1024 tips. Some of these tips leak when used with QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments, which could lead to contamination or inaccurate results. If you have the affected lots, stop using them immediately.

Why it’s dangerous

The recalled Filter-Tips contain a small percentage that leak when used with specific QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments. Leaking tips could cause contamination of samples or inaccurate test results, but do not pose a direct physical injury risk.

Who’s affected

Users of Qiagen Filter-Tips with QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments who purchased the affected lots (0605020019 and 0605020020) are most at risk. Laboratory staff and researchers using these tips for sample preparation may be affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the lot numbers on your Filter-Tips kit: 0605020019 and 0605020020. These tips are used with Qiagen QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments and are part of the REF 997024 kit.

Brand
Qiagen
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check for Leaking Tips
Inspect your Filter-Tips for leaks when used with QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments. If leaking, stop using them immediately.

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Questions people ask

Which lots of Filter-Tips are affected?

The affected lots are 0605020019 and 0605020020.

Do I need to stop using these tips?

If your Filter-Tips leak when used with QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments, stop using them immediately to avoid contamination or inaccurate results.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check the lot numbers on your Filter-Tips kit: 0605020019 and 0605020020. These tips are used with Qiagen QIAsymphony SP/AS instruments.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Qiagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-2088-2019 — Qiagen Qiagen

Hello,

I own a Qiagen that is covered by recall Z-2088-2019 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.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2088-2019 (June 5, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2088-2019 to see it in context.
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Qiagen Sciences LLC recalls Filter-Tips, 1500 ul (1024 tips/kitbox), REF 997024- REF: 997024 IVD: Used with the QIAGEN QIAsymphony SP/AS

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