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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

cobas LiatSystem, respiratory virus panel nucleic acid assay system, Material Number 07341920190

Reported: April 6, 2022 Initiated: November 16, 2021 #Z-0828-2022

Product Description

cobas LiatSystem, respiratory virus panel nucleic acid assay system, Material Number 07341920190

Reason for Recall

Roche has identified a small number of cobas Liat analyzer units that have consistently high noise levels (background signal) originating from the amber detector (used for Influenza B detection). This noise increases the probability of false positive Influenza B results.

Details

Units Affected
14 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of CO, IL, IN, KY, MI, NC, and TX. The countries of Cyprus, Spain, and Hong Kong.
Location
Branchburg, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
cobas LiatSystem, respiratory virus panel nucleic acid assay system, Material Number 07341920190. Recalled by Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.. Units affected: 14 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Roche has identified a small number of cobas Liat analyzer units that have consistently high noise levels (background signal) originating from the amber detector (used for Influenza B detection). This noise increases the probability of false positive Influenza B results.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 6, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0828-2022.