FDA recall record

The Binding Site Group Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Kit for use on SPAPLUS, Product #LK151.S.A recall — FDA Z-0553-2018

The low and high controls for the product are returning results above the assigned values.

Class IIclassification
Z-0553-2018official record ID
Feb 14, 2018report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0553-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmThe Binding Site Group, Ltd.
Report dateFeb 14, 2018
Recall initiation dateJan 4, 2018
Quantity49 kits to the U.S. office (32 kits further distributed)
LocationBirmingham, N/A, United Kingdom

Official product description

Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Kit for use on SPAPLUS, Product #LK151.S.A Intended for the quantitative in-vitro measurement of rheumatoid factor in serum using the Binding Site SPAPLUS analyser. Measurement of rheumatoid factor may aid in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. This test should be used in conjunction with other laboratory and clinical findings

Why the product was recalled

The low and high controls for the product are returning results above the assigned values.

Distribution information

US Distribution was made to CA. There was no foreign/military/government distribution.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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