The CEP 8 SpectrumGreen (SG) ASR Probe Kit, 20ul (list 06J37-018) is an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR) containing a single vial of CEP 8 spectrum green probe and a Certificate of Analysis (COA). Chromosome enumeration probes (CEP) are chromosome-specific FISH probes that hybridize to highly repetitive human satellite DNA sequences, usually located near centromeres. CEP signals enable the identification and enumeration of human chromosomes in interphase and metaphase cells from fresh and archived samples. The label for CEP 8 SG ASR Probe Kit indicates it is an Analyte Specific Reagent, and analytical and performance characteristics are not established.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    List Number: 06J37-018; Lot Number: 440023
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
Abbott Molecular
Reason for Recall:
20 kits of CEP 8 SG ASR Probe (list 06J37-018, lot 440023), contained Vysis CEP 4 (Alpha Satellite) SG Probe, 20u, (part 32-112004 lot 438814), instead of the expected CEP 8 probe.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

The CEP 8 SpectrumGreen (SG) ASR Probe Kit, 20ul (list 06J37-018) is an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR) containing a single vial of CEP 8 spectrum green probe and a Certificate of Analysis (COA). Chromosome enumeration probes (CEP) are chromosome-specific FISH probes that hybridize to highly repetitive human satellite DNA sequences, usually located near centromeres. CEP signals enable the identification and enumeration of human chromosomes in interphase and metaphase cells from fresh and archived samples. The label for CEP 8 SG ASR Probe Kit indicates it is an Analyte Specific Reagent, and analytical and performance characteristics are not established.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

List Number: 06J37-018; Lot Number: 440023

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-1491-2014

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