Remel recalls BactiDrop Acridine Orange (REF 21502) due to color change from orange-yellow to light yellow causing inaccurate fluorescent stain results. Affected lots expire April 2025.
A color change of the solution within the dropper can occur from orange-yellow to light yellow resulting in out-of-specification fluorescent stain results.
Remel is recalling Bacti:Drop Acridine Orange test kits because a color change in the solution can lead to inaccurate test results. This affects kits with specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
The solution may change color from orange-yellow to light yellow, which can cause the test results to be inaccurate. This affects fluorescent stain tests where precise color readings are critical for accurate results.
Users of Remel BactiDrop Acridine Orange test kits with lot number 733100 and expiration date April 2025 are affected. Lab technicians and researchers using these kits are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the packaging, which should be 733100 for this recall. The product expires on April 4, 2025. The product code is REF 21502 with 50 kits per package.
Verify the lot number (733100) and expiration date (April 4, 2025) on the packaging.
The solution may change color from orange-yellow to light yellow, causing inaccurate fluorescent stain test results.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking the product details.
The expiration date is April 4, 2025.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Remel to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0266-2025 — Remel Remel Hello, I own a Remel that is covered by recall Z-0266-2025 from Remel. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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