Luminex Corporation ARIES SARS-CoV-2 Assay Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
ARIES SARS-CoV-2 Assay
Brand
Luminex Corporation
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot: AB4042A
Products Sold
Lot: AB4042A
Luminex Corporation is recalling ARIES SARS-CoV-2 Assay due to SARS-CoV-2 assay that detects SARS-CoV-2 ORF1ab and N genes may not detect the ORF1ab gene. A positive results if either SARS-CoV-2 genes is detected,. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
SARS-CoV-2 assay that detects SARS-CoV-2 ORF1ab and N genes may not detect the ORF1ab gene. A positive results if either SARS-CoV-2 genes is detected, but If both genes are mistakenly not detected, a false negative result would be generated.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
On 7/14/22 recall notices were emailed to consignees who were asked to review any results from the affected lot to confirm the validity of the results. In addition, all remaining cassettes from this lot should be discarded. Customers with questions are encouraged to contact the firm at: 1-877-785-2323 (U.S. and Canada), +1-512-381-4397 (Outside U.S. and Canada), support@luminexcorp.com
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026