Ventana recalls OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit (part 760-700) due to leaking and sticking reagent dispensers, which may cause inaccurate test results.
Increased reports of leaking and sticking reagent dispensers for horseradish peroxidase (HRP) dispensers (part of the iView, ultraView and OptiView detection kits, as well as CINtec PLUS Cytology Kit) and with Hematoxylin II.
Ventana is recalling its OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit because reagent dispensers can leak or stick, potentially causing inaccurate test results. This affects laboratory users who rely on the kit for diagnostic testing.
The reagent dispensers in the kit can leak or stick, which may lead to inaccurate test results. This could affect the reliability of diagnostic tests performed in laboratories using the kit.
Laboratory users who purchased the OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit (Ventana Part Number 760-700) are most at risk. The recall applies to specific lot numbers and model versions used in diagnostic testing.
Check for Ventana Part Number 760-700 on the kit. The recall includes specific lot numbers: Y19271, Y11625, Y24225, Y15571. The kit is used for in vitro diagnostic testing.
Verify the Ventana Part Number 760-700 and lot numbers Y19271, Y11625, Y24225, or Y15571 on the kit.
The recall is due to increased reports of leaking and sticking reagent dispensers, which could lead to inaccurate test results.
Check the kit for the Ventana Part Number 760-700 and lot numbers Y19271, Y11625, Y24225, or Y15571. If you have these, contact Ventana for further instructions.
The official recall record does not mention a specific fix or remedy for the leaking dispensers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ventana to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0729-2018 — Ventana Ventana Hello, I own a Ventana that is covered by recall Z-0729-2018 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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