Biomerieux recalls NucliSENS easyMAG Lysis Buffer (ref. 280134) due to potential colored eluates from residual hemoglobin. Affected units were sold with specific lot number and expiration date.
Some eluates become colored because of remaining hemoglobin in the eluate.
Biomerieux is recalling its NucliSENS easyMAG Lysis Buffer product because some samples may turn colored due to leftover hemoglobin. This could affect lab results and requires checking the lot number and expiration date.
The lysis buffer may contain residual hemoglobin that causes the eluate (test sample) to become colored. This could lead to inaccurate lab results if not properly handled.
Lab users who purchased the NucliSENS easyMAG Lysis Buffer with lot number Z019EA1LB (expired May 28, 2019) are most at risk. This product is used in medical testing environments.
Check for the lot number Z019EA1LB and expiration date of May 28, 2019 on the product label. The product is identified as NucliSENS easyMAG Lysis Buffer with reference number 280134.
Look for the lot number Z019EA1LB and expiration date of May 28, 2019 on the product label.
The lysis buffer may contain residual hemoglobin that causes the eluate to become colored, potentially affecting lab results.
Check the product label for the lot number Z019EA1LB and expiration date of May 28, 2019. If it matches, contact Biomerieux for further instructions.
The recall is for potential inaccurate lab results, not a risk of serious injury. This is a low-risk issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomerieux to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0443-2019 — Biomerieux Biomerieux Hello, I own a Biomerieux that is covered by recall Z-0443-2019 from Biomerieux. 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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