ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1183-2018 ยท PSZ Devices Detecting Influenza A, B, And C Virus Antigens

Quidel Corporation

Sofia 2 Analyzer Catalog Number 20299 Sofia 2 is a bench top analyzer intended to be used with Cassette-based immunofluorescent in vitro diagnostic assays . Sofia 2 is intended for professional and laboratory use.

DateDec 15, 2017
StatusTerminated
ReasonThe calibration for the affected batch of analyzers was incorrectly set during the manufacturing process which may lead to a failure when calibration is first performed. There may also be e remote possibility that incorrect qualitative test results for patient samples near the assay cutoff may be reported.
Root causeSoftware Manufacturing/Software Deployment
ActionQuidel sent and Urgent Product Recall letter dated December 15, 2017. The letter instructs the user to discontinue use of the device until new firmware can be installed. For further questions, please call (800) 874-1517.
Quantity482 units
DistributionUS Distribution
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K162438Sofia Influenza A+B FIA on Sofia 2
Quidel Corporation, Apr 14, 2017
K162911Sofia RSV FIA on Sofia 2 analyzer
Quidel Corporation, Feb 22, 2017