FDA Recall Terminated

EnVision FLEX/HRP visualization reagent found in the following kits: EnVision FLEX, High pH (Link) EnVision FLEX+, Mouse, High pH (Link) EnVision FLEX Mini Kit, High pH (Link) EnVision FLEX, High pH (Dako Omnis) Multi-component, sealed package. For in vitro diagnostic use.

Recall: Z-0220-2016 · Initiated September 4, 2015

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0220-2016
Event Number
72097
Firm
Dako North America Inc.
FEI Number
2022180
Product Code
LDT
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
September 4, 2015
Posted
November 5, 2015
Terminated
April 25, 2016
Address
6392 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA, 93013-2921

Description

EnVision FLEX/HRP visualization reagent found in the following kits: EnVision FLEX, High pH (Link) EnVision FLEX+, Mouse, High pH (Link) EnVision FLEX Mini Kit, High pH (Link) EnVision FLEX, High pH (Dako Omnis) Multi-component, sealed package. For in vitro diagnostic use.

Reason

There is a defect in one lot of a buffer, non-specific background staining that has, in some instances, interfered with interpretation of the staining results.

Action

Dako sent an customer notification letter on September 4, 2015, to all affected customers via mail. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. The customers/distributors are instructed in the Recall Notification Letters to 1) remove any unused kits bearing the affected lot numbers listed in their letter from diagnostic use 2) destroy any unused kits bearing the affect lot numbers listed in their letter, and 3) determine any possible impact of this change in performance on patient results from the affected lots. The letter states actions should be taken within 10 days and that customers/distributors should confirm they have received the information by returning the attached, fully completed Device Recall Form and return it to Dako QA Vigilance by email at [email protected]. The firm lists on their letter for customers to contact their Dako representative in there are any questions. For further questions, call (805) 566-6655.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) Distribution including Puerto Rico and to the states of : TX, SD, CA, FL, MA, MD, WV, NC, OH, DE, MI, NJ, CO, HI, AR, NY, LA, GA, NV, RI, IL, OK, CT, MO, VA, and DC., and to the countries of : Canada, Brazil and Costa Rica.

Quantity

300 units