Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Influenza Transport Swab Packages Recalled by Quidel Corporation Due to Quidel Corporation is recalling Influenza Transport Swab Packages...

Date: January 25, 2017
Company: Quidel Corporation
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Quidel Corporation directly.

Affected Products

Influenza Transport Swab Packages, Reference #20171, One lot with 1010 packages (each package contains 25 transport tubes). The Influenza Swabs in dry transport tubes are intended for use with influenza tests

Quantity: 1,010 packages

Why Was This Recalled?

Quidel Corporation is recalling Influenza Transport Swab Packages because it may include an incorrect sample swab mixed in with the proper swabs.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Quidel Corporation

Quidel Corporation has 13 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report