FDA Recall Open, Classified

intelliPATH Universal HRP Detection Kit, REF: IPK5011G80, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: IPBF5009G20; ONCORE Pro DAB Chromogen, REF: OPRI6056KT180, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: OPRI6055T60; IP DAB Chromogen Kit 80 ml, REF: IPK5010G80, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: IPBF5009G20; DAB kit, REF: OPRI6056KT180, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: OPRI6055T60 Folate Receptor alpha IHC Assay Kit, REF: IPI4006KG10, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: IPBF5009G20

Recall: Z-0315-2025 · Initiated September 25, 2024

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0315-2025
Event Number
95481
Firm
Biocare Medical, LLC
FEI Number
3004140393
Product Code
PPM
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
September 25, 2024
Posted
November 6, 2024
Address
60 Berry Dr, Pacheco, CA, 94553-5601

Description

intelliPATH Universal HRP Detection Kit, REF: IPK5011G80, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: IPBF5009G20; ONCORE Pro DAB Chromogen, REF: OPRI6056KT180, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: OPRI6055T60; IP DAB Chromogen Kit 80 ml, REF: IPK5010G80, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: IPBF5009G20; DAB kit, REF: OPRI6056KT180, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: OPRI6055T60 Folate Receptor alpha IHC Assay Kit, REF: IPI4006KG10, containing DAB Buffer, Catalog Number: IPBF5009G20

Reason

Kits containing the DAB chromogen buffer, intended for use in either manual or automated Immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining protocols, may produce weak to no staining, which may lead to test failure requiring the test to be repeated.

Action

On 9/25/24, recall notices were sent to customers and distributors who were asked to do the following: 1) Locate any affected kits in your possession and discontinue use. 2) Share this notification with all users within your facility and network to ensure all personnel who may use the kits are aware of this recall. 3) Discard any product remaining in your possession. 4) Complete and return the Response Form via email to [email protected] Distributors were asked to send the customer notice to their customers. Questions regarding this recall notification may be forwarded to [email protected] On 12/12/2024, recall notices were sent to customers containing additional affected lots.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of MA, AZ, CT, NY, FL, NC, IN, IL, MO, CO, TX, CA, MI, PR, PA, MD, AL, OH, KY.

Quantity

976