CEA / CD66e Ab-2, Product code RB-368-R7, RB-368-R1; 7 ml each. Description Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), is synthesized during development in the fetal gut, and is re-expressed in increased amounts in intestinal carcinomas and several other tumors. Antibody to CEA is reportedly useful in identifying the origin of various metastatic adenocarcinomas and in distinguishing pulmonary adenocarcinomas (60-70% are CEA+) from pleural mesotheliomas (rarely or weakly CEA+). This product is intended for qualitative immunohistochemistry with normal and neoplastic formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue sections, to be viewed by light microscopy.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Product Code: RB-368-R7; RB368-R1, Lot Number 368R1407A 368R1407C 368R1407D 368R1407E, all with expiry dates of July 2016. Product code: RB368-R1, Lot Number 368R1407B.
- 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:
- Lab Vision Corporation
- Reason for Recall:
- Certain lots of CEA/CD66e Ab2 were produced with a dilution factor of 1:100 instead of the recommended 1:250.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
CEA / CD66e Ab-2, Product code RB-368-R7, RB-368-R1; 7 ml each. Description Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), is synthesized during development in the fetal gut, and is re-expressed in increased amounts in intestinal carcinomas and several other tumors. Antibody to CEA is reportedly useful in identifying the origin of various metastatic adenocarcinomas and in distinguishing pulmonary adenocarcinomas (60-70% are CEA+) from pleural mesotheliomas (rarely or weakly CEA+). This product is intended for qualitative immunohistochemistry with normal and neoplastic formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue sections, to be viewed by light microscopy.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Product Code: RB-368-R7; RB368-R1, Lot Number 368R1407A 368R1407C 368R1407D 368R1407E, all with expiry dates of July 2016. Product code: RB368-R1, Lot Number 368R1407B.
Distribution:
Distributed in: US, CA, NY, GA, MS, PA, MA, TX, KY, AZ
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0815-2016
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