CanadaWhat's being recalled
Companies: Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Ulc, 185 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K2H 8V4.
How to identify it
Affected products: hCG Combo Cassette 25; Lot or serial number: All lots.; Model or catalogue number: 92225CA
Affected products: hCG Cassette 25; Lot or serial number: All lots.; Model or catalogue number: 92217CA
The hazard
Product may detect low levels of HCG below the stated assay sensitivity which may result in false positive test results in samples from non-pregnant individuals. The package insert is being updated to note that low HCG levels can occur at or after onset of perimenopause. Customers should consider this when interpreting results.
What to do
Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Health Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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