Ventana recalls OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit (model 760-700) due to leaking reagent dispensers causing false negative IHC results. Affected lots: Y25760, E00119, Y24225. Contact Ventana for details.
Leaking and sticking reagent dispensers for horseradish peroxidase (HRP) dispensers. A false negative IHC result may occur.
Ventana is recalling its OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit (model 760-700) because leaking reagent dispensers can cause false negative results in lab tests. This means test results might be inaccurate, potentially leading to incorrect diagnoses.
The reagent dispensers for horseradish peroxidase (HRP) can leak, which may cause false negative results in immunohistochemistry tests. This means the test might show a negative result when the sample actually has the target protein, leading to incorrect conclusions.
Pathologists and lab technicians using the OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit for in vitro diagnostics are affected. Those handling the specific lot numbers Y25760, E00119, or Y24225 are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the kit packaging: Y25760, E00119, or Y24225. The product is labeled as OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit, model 760-700 for in vitro diagnostic use.
Look for lot numbers Y25760, E00119, or Y24225 on the product packaging.
The recalled model is OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit, model 760-700 for in vitro diagnostic use.
Leaking reagent dispensers can cause false negative results in immunohistochemistry tests, meaning the test might show a negative result when the sample actually has the target protein.
Check the lot number on the packaging: Y25760, E00119, or Y24225.
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Subject: Recall Z-2996-2018 — Ventana Ventana Hello, I own a Ventana that is covered by recall Z-2996-2018 from Ventana. 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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