BD CD3 (SK7) FITC; IVD; Catalog # 349201 and 340542 Hematology: The CD3 antibody reacts with the epsilon chain of the CD3 antigen/T-cell antigen receptor (TCR) complex. In vitro diagnostic.
- Recall Initiated
- September 30, 2015
- Terminated
- October 18, 2016
- Recall Number
- Z-0171-2016
- Quantity
- 120 units
- Firm Location
- San Jose, CA
Reason for Recall
Two lots of CD3 (SK7) FITC label contains an error in the Spanish Small text.
Distribution
US (nationwide) Distribution to the states of : TX, GA, IN, TN, CA, KY, WA, IL, MO, NY, CT, MN, NV, KS, WI, NH, FL, PA, OH, OR, SC. OK, NC and LA., and Internationally to Mexico.
Lot / Code Info
Catalog Number: 349201; Lot Number 5148598 (expires 10-31-2016) Catalog Number: 340542; Lot Number 5113983 (expires 02-28-2017)
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Action Taken
BD sent an "URGENT PRODUCT RECALL" letter dated September 30, 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customer Actions: 1. Discard all remaining stock of CD3 (SK7) FITC, catalog number 349201, lot number 5148598, and/or catalog number 340542, lot number 5113983, and request replacement product. BD will replace product at no cost. 2.As a requirement of our Regulatory Tracking Process, we request that you complete the enclosed Tracking Verification form, even if you no longer have the affected reagents listed in your inventory. Please return the Tracking Verification form to BD Biosciences, per the instructions (mail, fax, or email). We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused and are working toward a long-term solution to this issue. If you require further assistance, please contact BD Customer Support at 877.232.8995 (prompt 3, 3) in the United States. For customers outside the US, contact your local BD Biosciences representative or distributor.