Novocastra Ready-to-Use Mouse Monoclonal Antibody Terminal Deoxynuceotidyl Transferase Staining Reagent; an in vitro staining reagent for the qualitative identification by light microscopy of Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase molecules in paraffin sections; Catalog No. RTU-TdT-339; packaged in 7 mL vials; Leica Biosystems Newcastle Ltd., Balliol Business Park West, Benton Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE12 8EW, United Kingdom. RTU-TdT-339 is intended for the qualitative identification by light microscopy of Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase molecules in paraffin sections. The clinical interpretation of any staining or its absence should be complemented by morphological studies using proper controls and should be evaluated within the context of the patient's clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Catalog No. RTU-TdT-339, lot numbers 6001845, expiry 2012-11 and 6009645, expiry 2014-04 The recall also included the folowing expired lots: 804804, 804805, 804806, 804809, 804810, 804812
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Leica Microsystems, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- RTU-TdT-339 is not stable up to the expiry date on the product labeling, affecting the staining intensity.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Novocastra Ready-to-Use Mouse Monoclonal Antibody Terminal Deoxynuceotidyl Transferase Staining Reagent; an in vitro staining reagent for the qualitative identification by light microscopy of Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase molecules in paraffin sections; Catalog No. RTU-TdT-339; packaged in 7 mL vials; Leica Biosystems Newcastle Ltd., Balliol Business Park West, Benton Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE12 8EW, United Kingdom. RTU-TdT-339 is intended for the qualitative identification by light microscopy of Terminal Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase molecules in paraffin sections. The clinical interpretation of any staining or its absence should be complemented by morphological studies using proper controls and should be evaluated within the context of the patient's clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Catalog No. RTU-TdT-339, lot numbers 6001845, expiry 2012-11 and 6009645, expiry 2014-04 The recall also included the folowing expired lots: 804804, 804805, 804806, 804809, 804810, 804812
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0521-2013
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