PerkinElmer recalls NeoBase Succinylacetone Assay Solution (Product #3042-0020) due to potential leaking vials that may cause minor allergic skin reactions if proper protective clothing isn't used. Affected lots identified by UDI numbers.
There is a potential for leaking vials for certain lot numbers where, if proper attire is not used as instructed, a transient minor allergic skin reaction may result when handling leaking succinylacetone reagent vials.
PerkinElmer is recalling NeoBase Succinylacetone Assay Solution product number 3042-0020 because certain vials may leak. If you don't wear proper protective clothing while handling these leaking vials, you could get a minor allergic skin reaction. This is a safety issue for people who use this lab reagent.
The vials can leak succinylacetone reagent. If you don't wear the recommended protective clothing while handling these leaking vials, you might develop a minor allergic skin reaction. This is a chemical exposure risk that's not serious but requires careful handling.
Users of this lab reagent for medical testing are most at risk, particularly those handling the vials without proper protective clothing. The recall affects specific lot numbers produced between 2018 and 2020.
Check the product number 3042-0020 on the vial. Affected lots are listed in the UDI numbers provided in the recall notice, including specific numbers like 654184 through 658006.
Look for the lot numbers listed in the recall notice (654184 through 658006) on the vial's packaging.
No, the recall only applies to specific lot numbers where leaking vials may cause minor allergic reactions if proper protective clothing isn't used.
Check the product number 3042-0020 and the lot numbers listed in the recall notice (654184 through 658006).
No, the recall does not require stopping use. The risk is low and only applies to specific lot numbers if proper protective clothing isn't used.
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Subject: Recall Z-1692-2018 — PerkinElmer PerkinElmer Hello, I own a PerkinElmer that is covered by recall Z-1692-2018 from PerkinElmer. 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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