Cryptococcal Antigen Lateral Flow Assay (crag Lfa)

Cryptococcal Antigen Lateral Flow Assay (CrAg LFA) Recall A diagnostic test called the Cryptococcal Antigen Lateral Flow Assay is being recalled across Canada because it does not work reliably. The test is used to detect a fungal infection called cryptococcosis in patient samples. This recall affects healthcare facilities and laboratories that use this diagnostic product.

Classification

Class I

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DEVICES

Recall date

2017-01-18

Status

Closed

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DEVICES

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6bde44e3-181e-4fa0-b624-e9f0a6218eff