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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 15, 2015

Ebola Virus Antigen Blood, Catalog No. I-123 (A) Materials Provided: 1. Test Device in foil pouch. 2. Lancet for Blood test and alcohol pad. 3. Extraction tube contain buffer vial (0.5ml) for feces test 4. Swab for Nasal test.

LuSys Laboratories is recalling Ebola Virus One Step Test Kits to stop and prevent further use of these devices. The Ebola Virus One-Step Test Kits have not yet been cleared, app…

Recall #
Z-1334-2015
Affected scope
5 units
Initiated
March 13, 2015
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Lusys Laboratories, Inc. recalled Ebola Virus Antigen Blood, Catalog No. I-123 (A) Materials Provided: 1. Test Device … — a critical-severity action.

Ebola Virus Antigen Blood, Catalog No. I-123 (A) Materials Provided: 1. Test Device … was recalled by Lusys Laboratories, Inc. in April 15, 2015. Reason: LuSys Laboratories is recalling Ebola Virus One Step Test Kits to stop and prevent further use of these devic…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1334-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Lusys Laboratories, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall — LuSys Laboratories is recalling Ebola Virus One Step Test Kits to stop and prevent further use of these devic….

Critical
severity level
5 units
affected scope
Class I
classification
April 15, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1334-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1334-2015) was formally reported on April 15, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 13, 2015. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Lusys Laboratories, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of San Diego, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 5 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: LuSys Laboratories is recalling Ebola Virus One Step Test Kits to stop and prevent further use of these devices. The Ebola Virus One-Step Test Kits have not yet been cleared, approved or authorized by the FDA for diagn… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US including CA and Internationally to Canada, Sierra Leone, and Denmark.. Distribution scope 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 the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

5 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Ebola Virus Antigen Blood, Catalog No. I-123 (A) Materials Provided: 1. Test Device in foil pouch. 2. Lancet for Blood test and alcohol pad. 3. Extraction tube contain buffer vial (0.5ml) for feces test 4. Swab for Nasal test.

Reason for recall

LuSys Laboratories is recalling Ebola Virus One Step Test Kits to stop and prevent further use of these devices. The Ebola Virus One-Step Test Kits have not yet been cleared, approved or authorized by the FDA for diagnostics purposes.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1334-2015
Date reported April 15, 2015
Date initiated March 13, 2015
Recalling firm Lusys Laboratories, Inc.
Firm location San Diego, CA
Affected scope 5 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US including CA and Internationally to Canada, Sierra Leone, and Denmark.

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

Scale of Impact

5 units 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

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-1334-2015) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall — stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. 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?
Ebola Virus Antigen Blood, Catalog No. I-123 (A) Materials Provided: 1. Test Device in foil pouch. 2. Lancet for Blood test and alcohol pad. 3. Extraction tube contain buffer vial (0.5ml) for feces test 4. Swab for Nasal test.. Recalled by Lusys Laboratories, Inc.. Units affected: 5 units.
Why was this product recalled?
LuSys Laboratories is recalling Ebola Virus One Step Test Kits to stop and prevent further use of these devices. The Ebola Virus One-Step Test Kits have not yet been cleared, approved or authorized by the FDA for diagnostics purposes.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 15, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1334-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US including CA and Internationally to Canada, Sierra Leone, and Denmark..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1334-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported April 15, 2015.

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