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FDA Devices recall · Reported December 27, 2017

QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Cat. No. 60704

Certain lots of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit, REF 60704, used in analytic workflows could result in decreased performance.

Recall #
Z-0274-2018
Affected scope
555
Initiated
July 22, 2017
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Qiagen, GmbH recalled QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Cat. No. 60704 - a moderate-severity action.

QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Cat. No. 60704 was recalled by Qiagen, GmbH in December 27, 2017. Reason: Certain lots of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit, REF 60704, used in analytic workflows could result in decreased p…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0274-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Qiagen, GmbH issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Certain lots of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit, REF 60704, used in analytic workflows could result in decreased p….

Moderate
severity level
555 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
December 27, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0274-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Cat. No. 60704

Reason for recall

Certain lots of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit, REF 60704, used in analytic workflows could result in decreased performance.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0274-2018
Date reported December 27, 2017
Date initiated July 22, 2017
Recalling firm Qiagen, GmbH
Firm location Hilden
Affected scope 555
Distribution AR; AT; BE; CH; CN; CZ; DE; ES; FR; GB; GR; HK; IN; IR, IT; KR; MX; NL; NP, PH; PK; PL; TR, TW; US; UY, VN

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

555 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
QIAamp DSP Virus Kit Cat. No. 60704. Recalled by Qiagen, GmbH. Units affected: 555.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Certain lots of the QIAamp DSP Virus Kit, REF 60704, used in analytic workflows could result in decreased performance.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 27, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0274-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: AR; AT; BE; CH; CN; CZ; DE; ES; FR; GB; GR; HK; IN; IR, IT; KR; MX; NL; NP, PH; PK; PL; TR, TW; US; UY, VN.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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