Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1523-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Biocare Medical, LLC |
| Report date | Apr 27, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 31, 2016 |
| Quantity | 93 |
| Location | Concord, CA, United States |
Official product description
Mach 4 Mouse Probe vial within the Mach 4 Universal HRP-Polymer Kit; Catalog number M4U534L; For In Vitro Use Immunology: MACH 4 Universal HRP-Polymer is a horseradish peroxidase (HRP)-antibody conjugate system intended for use in the detection of mouse lgG and lgM, and rabbit IgG primary antibodies on formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissues in an immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedure. The clinical interpretation of any staining or its absence should be complemented by morphological studies and proper controls and should be evaluated within the context of the patient's clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist.
Why the product was recalled
Biocare Medical has identified a single lot (082715) of its Mach 4 HRP Polymer kit in which some few Mach 4 Mouse Probe vials may have been mislabeled as HRP-Polymer.
Distribution information
US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: KS, CA, AZ, OR, FL, KS, CO, MA, KY, NY, IL, OR, MO, NC, TX, PA, OK. SC, TN, PA, TN, GA, and OR. Hungary, Canada, Boliva
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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