ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-2330-2016 ยท LDT

Dako Denmark A/S

EnVision FLEX+, Mouse, High pH (Link), Product No. K8002, K8004. Intended for use in immunohistochemistry together with Autostainer Link Instruments.

DateJul 6, 2016
StatusTerminated
ReasonThe pH of Target Retrieval Solution in the kit measures 4-5 instead of the correct pH of 9.1.
Root causeProcess control
ActionA recall notification letter dated 7/6/16 was sent to customers to inform them that Dako is recalling EnVision FLEX+ kit because the pH of Target Retrieval Solution in the kit measures 4-5 instead of the correct pH of 9.1. The letter informs the customers that with a pH of 4-5 instead of pH 9 there could be weak staining, false negative or false positive non-specific staining depending on the antibody used. There is the possibility that this staining could lead to a false result. Customers are to discard the affected product, determine the impact as instructed, and confirmed that they have
Quantity147 kits
DistributionWorldwide Distribution -- US, Canada, and Colombia.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

This recall record lists no 510(k) number.