FDA Recall Terminated

URO-3 Triple Stain (CD44 + p53) with CK20, Catalog #: PM370TSAA, Package Type: Bag, which contains components: a) CD44 + p53, Catalog #: PM373DSAA, Package Type: Bottle, and b) CK20, Catalog #: PM062AA, Package Type: Bottle Product Usage: URO-3 Triple Stain (CD44 + p53) with CK20 is a cocktail of mouse monoclonal and rabbit monoclonal antibodies that is intended for laboratory use in the qualitative identification of CD44, p53 and CK20 proteins by immunohistochemistry (IHC) in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) human tissues, primarily for bladder cancer characterization. The clinical interpretation of any staining or its absence should be complemented by morphological studies using proper controls and should be evaluated within the context of the patient s clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist. The URO-3 Triple Stain is an adjunct immunohistochemistry test to assist a qualified pathologist in differentiating urothelial reactive atypia from CIS (carcinoma in situ) in suspected bladder lesions. The URO-3 staining pattern will be used as supporting data along with morphological and patient history context for the qualified pathologist to render a diagnosis.

Recall: Z-3198-2018 · Initiated March 15, 2018

Recall

Recall Number
Z-3198-2018
Event Number
80407
Firm
Biocare Medical, LLC
FEI Number
3004140393
Product Code
NJT
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
March 15, 2018
Terminated
April 22, 2020
Address
60 Berry Dr, Pacheco, CA, 94553-5601

Description

URO-3 Triple Stain (CD44 + p53) with CK20, Catalog #: PM370TSAA, Package Type: Bag, which contains components: a) CD44 + p53, Catalog #: PM373DSAA, Package Type: Bottle, and b) CK20, Catalog #: PM062AA, Package Type: Bottle Product Usage: URO-3 Triple Stain (CD44 + p53) with CK20 is a cocktail of mouse monoclonal and rabbit monoclonal antibodies that is intended for laboratory use in the qualitative identification of CD44, p53 and CK20 proteins by immunohistochemistry (IHC) in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) human tissues, primarily for bladder cancer characterization. The clinical interpretation of any staining or its absence should be complemented by morphological studies using proper controls and should be evaluated within the context of the patient s clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist. The URO-3 Triple Stain is an adjunct immunohistochemistry test to assist a qualified pathologist in differentiating urothelial reactive atypia from CIS (carcinoma in situ) in suspected bladder lesions. The URO-3 staining pattern will be used as supporting data along with morphological and patient history context for the qualified pathologist to render a diagnosis.

Reason

Immunohistochemistry device kits found to display incorrect staining pattern due to mislabeling of two components.

Action

On 03/15/2018, an initial email notification was sent to customers who had received the affected lot of product. Customers were asked to return unused product. On 03/29/2018, the firm mailed and emailed Urgent: Medical Device Recall Notification letter to customers. Customers were instructed to discontinue affected product use and distribution, complete and return the Return Response Form. Telephone number 800-799-9499 was provided.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - Unites States Nationwide in the states of NY AND FL and the countries of: Morocco and Italy

Quantity

11