FDA Recall Terminated

MUM-1 (Multiple myeloma oncogene-1), catalog number PRM352 AA; Product Usage: For In Vitro Diagnostic Use. This antibody may be used as a tool for the identification and the sub classification of lymphoid malignancies : Multiple myeloma oncogene-1 (MUM-1) is a protein encoded by MUM-1 gene. MUM-1 protein is expressed in the nuclei and cytoplasm of plasma cells and a small percentage of germinal center (GC) B-cells located in the light zone. MUM-1 [BC5] labels MUM-1protein in centrocytes and their progeny, plasma cells, activated T-cells and a wide spectrum of hematolymphoid neoplasms derived from these cells. MUM-1 has been reported to play an important role in mediating B-cell activation and differentiation.

Recall: Z-0965-2015 · Initiated December 12, 2014

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0965-2015
Event Number
70010
Firm
Biocare Medical Llc
FEI Number
3004140393
Product Code
NJT
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Incorrect or no expiration date
Initiated
December 12, 2014
Posted
January 13, 2015
Terminated
March 30, 2015
Address
4040 Pike Ln, Concord, CA, 94520-1227

Description

MUM-1 (Multiple myeloma oncogene-1), catalog number PRM352 AA; Product Usage: For In Vitro Diagnostic Use. This antibody may be used as a tool for the identification and the sub classification of lymphoid malignancies : Multiple myeloma oncogene-1 (MUM-1) is a protein encoded by MUM-1 gene. MUM-1 protein is expressed in the nuclei and cytoplasm of plasma cells and a small percentage of germinal center (GC) B-cells located in the light zone. MUM-1 [BC5] labels MUM-1protein in centrocytes and their progeny, plasma cells, activated T-cells and a wide spectrum of hematolymphoid neoplasms derived from these cells. MUM-1 has been reported to play an important role in mediating B-cell activation and differentiation.

Reason

Three lots of MUM-1 may not meet their labeled shelf life, as a drop in staining intensity over time has been observed.

Action

Biocare sent a Medical Device Recall notifications letter to all customers by traceable method. The letters identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Users are asked to immediately discontinue used of the affected lots and dispose of them according to applicable national, state and local laws. Users are requested to complete and return the response form so that proper credit can be issues 800-799-9499.

Distribution

Worldwide Distrinution - US Nationwide in the states of TX, WI, MO, WV, SC, MA, WA, TN, AZ, CA, IL, NY, LA and countries of Kuwait, India, Venezuela, New Zealand, Turkey, Uruguay.

Quantity

59