INDIANAPOLIS (WXIN) — Several production lots of COVID-19 tests are being recalled because there is an increased chance they may give false negative results.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the recall involves around 11,102 Detect COVID-19 Tests. The tests were shipped to customers from Jul 26, 2022, through Aug. 26, 2022.
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Detect Inc. says that while they have not received any reports of false positives, it is recalling the tests out of an abundance of caution.
| Lot Number | Use By Date | Number of Tests Shipped |
|---|---|---|
| HB264 | 1/1/2023 | 7,382 |
| HY263 | 1/1/2023 | 1,800 |
| HY264 | 1/1/2023 | 1,920 |
The lot numbers can be found on the side of the test box along with the use-by date. The following products are subject to recall:
Anyone with the recalled COVID-19 tests should throw them away and contact Detect Inc. for a full refund. The company said if a person tries to use the recalled tests in the company’s app, they will be alerted about the recall.
Anyone with questions can contact Detect Inc. at 855-322 3692 or email the company at support@detect.com.
