Recall Z-0613-2011

Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc · initiated February 24, 2010

Terminated

Product

Bio-Rad brand Meridian ANA Screen ELISA Test Kit, 96 Test, Catalog No. 4884261, Manufactured by: Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. Hercules, CA and distributed by Meridian Diagnostics.

Codes / lots: Lot Numbers: 24591982, 24591999, 24592673, 24592393

Reason for recall

False positive test results caused by decrease in the OD values of ANA Cutoff Controls and ANA Positive Controls. The increased positivity rates were associated with the Meridian ANA Screening kit. False positive ANA values could result in misdiagnosis or mistreatment .

FDA-determined cause: Other

Action taken

Bio-Rad issued an Urgent Medical Device Recall NOtification letter dated February 24, 2010 to their distributor, identifying the affected product and actions to be taken. The distributor was instructed to examine inventory and quarantive affected kit lots, and to identify and notify customers with affected lots to discontinue use and discard the product. Replacement kits will be distributed. Customers were asked to complete and return a recall response form. Bio-Rad can be contacted at 510 724-7000 concerning this recall.

Details

Recall number
Z-0613-2011
Initiated
February 24, 2010
Posted by FDA
December 13, 2010
Terminated
January 10, 2011
Product code
LKJ – Antinuclear Antibody, Antigen, Control
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution: to Meridian Diagnostics in Ohio.
Recalling firm
Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc, Hercules, CA

Official FDA recall record