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The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test is a molecular in vitro diagnostic test that is based on widely used nucleic acid amplification technology. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test contains primers and probes and internal controls used in RT-PCR for the in vitro qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in upper respiratory specimens. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test utilizes Biomemes M1 Sample Prep Cartridge for RNA extraction, Biomemes SARS-CoV-2 Go-Strips assay, a

Reported: December 9, 2020 Initiated: October 23, 2020 #Z-0513-2021

Product Description

The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test is a molecular in vitro diagnostic test that is based on widely used nucleic acid amplification technology. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test contains primers and probes and internal controls used in RT-PCR for the in vitro qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in upper respiratory specimens. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test utilizes Biomemes M1 Sample Prep Cartridge for RNA extraction, Biomemes SARS-CoV-2 Go-Strips assay, and Biomemes portable Franklin" Real-Time qPCR Thermocycler. Franklins companion mobile app, Biomeme Go, scans tests, runs PCR experiments online or offline, and is used to quickly interpret your test results while conveniently syncing data to the Biomeme Cloud. Biomeme: 1000013 (Android Smartphone w/ Biomeme Go Mobile App) and Biomeme: 1000012 (Rugged Android Smartphone w/ Biomeme Go Mobile App) are controller for Biomeme Franklin thermocycler.

Reason for Recall

The firm has become aware of nine reports by a single customer that the software made false positive calls. The investigation determined that the root cause is the higher than expected amber-to-red co-excitation in the assay.

Details

Recalling Firm
Biomeme, Inc.
Units Affected
105
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of CA, IN, NY, OH, PA, and the countries of Canada, Singapore, Zimbabwe, and Dominican Republic.
Location
Philadelphia, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test is a molecular in vitro diagnostic test that is based on widely used nucleic acid amplification technology. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test contains primers and probes and internal controls used in RT-PCR for the in vitro qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in upper respiratory specimens. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test utilizes Biomemes M1 Sample Prep Cartridge for RNA extraction, Biomemes SARS-CoV-2 Go-Strips assay, and Biomemes portable Franklin" Real-Time qPCR Thermocycler. Franklins companion mobile app, Biomeme Go, scans tests, runs PCR experiments online or offline, and is used to quickly interpret your test results while conveniently syncing data to the Biomeme Cloud. Biomeme: 1000013 (Android Smartphone w/ Biomeme Go Mobile App) and Biomeme: 1000012 (Rugged Android Smartphone w/ Biomeme Go Mobile App) are controller for Biomeme Franklin thermocycler.. Recalled by Biomeme, Inc.. Units affected: 105.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The firm has become aware of nine reports by a single customer that the software made false positive calls. The investigation determined that the root cause is the higher than expected amber-to-red co-excitation in the assay.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 9, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0513-2021.

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