CLASS II Device recall · Reported 16 May 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Zymutest HIA MonoStrip IgG recalled by Hyphen BioMed
Hyphen BioMed is recalling Zymutest HIA MonoStrip IgG, distributed in Maryland, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio. The recall was initiated on 5 Feb 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1742-2018
- FDA event ID
- 79797
- Recalling firm
- Hyphen BioMed, Neuville Sur Oise, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 5 Feb 2018
- FDA classified
- 8 May 2018
- Reported
- 16 May 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Packaging Defects
- Device type
- Test Kits & Diagnostics
Timeline
| 5 Feb 2018 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 May 2018 | Classified by FDA | +92 days |
| 16 May 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Incorrect package insert indicating use of the kits with plasma, serum, and other biological fluids. The kits should only be used with plasma.
Packaging recalls include wrong labels, wrong products in the wrong bottle, missing leaflets, short-filled or empty capsules and seals that fail.
Product as listed by the FDA
ZYMUTEST HIA MonoStrip IgG; REF Number: RK041A; UDI: 03663537046803 a qualitative assay intended for the detection of heparin-dependent antibodies of the IgG isotype, in human plasma, by clinical laboratories. It is intended for in vitro diagnostic use.
Where it was distributed
OH, MD, NC, NY, NH, Canada, Sweden
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Incorrect package insert indicating use of the kits with plasma, serum, and other biological fluids. The kits should only be used with plasma.
Which lots are affected?
Lot numbers: F1701084P2 and F1701084P3
Where was it sold?
OH, MD, NC, NY, NH, Canada, Sweden
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
2 other products · FDA event 79797This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Zymutest HIA MonoStria qualitative screening assay intended recalled.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Zymutest HIA MonoStria qualitative screening assay intended recalled | Hyphen BioMed | Packaging Defects | 5 states | |
| CLASS II | Zymutest HIA IgGAM recalled by Hyphen BioMed | Hyphen BioMed | Packaging Defects | 5 states |
More recalls from Hyphen BioMed
All 5| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device | CLASS II | Zymutest HIA IgGAM recalled by Hyphen BioMed | Hyphen BioMed | Packaging Defects | 5 states |
| Device | CLASS II | Zymutest HIA MonoStria qualitative screening assay intended recalled | Hyphen BioMed | Packaging Defects | 5 states |
| Device | CLASS II | Zymutest HIA MonoStrip IgGAM recalled by Hyphen BioMed | Hyphen BioMed | Potency & Assay | |
| Device | CLASS II | Zymutest HIA IgGAM recalled by Hyphen BioMed | Hyphen BioMed | Potency & Assay |
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