RET Proximal Probe. Used in Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), a laboratory technique for detecting and locating a specific DNA sequence on a chromosome.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Catalog No. LPS508-A; UDI-DI: 05055844900509; Lot No. 076763, 077253, 080125, 080763, 082128, 083041, 083246, 083555.
- 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:
- Cytocell Ltd.
- Reason for Recall:
- DNAs used during the manufacture of two affected models were accidentally inverted during manufacturing.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
RET Proximal Probe. Used in Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), a laboratory technique for detecting and locating a specific DNA sequence on a chromosome.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Catalog No. LPS508-A; UDI-DI: 05055844900509; Lot No. 076763, 077253, 080125, 080763, 082128, 083041, 083246, 083555.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2209-2023
Related Recalls
DNAs used during the manufacture of two affected models were accidentally inverted during manufacturing.
An error with the chromomap on version 1 of the package insert which is incorrect. The nucleotide locations specified in the insert are correct but the map has been created using the wrong coordinates.
Device is mislabeled. The package insert for this ASR device contains a chromomap - an image showing the position the FISH probe maps to on the specific chromosome. For this device the chromomap in version 1 of the package insert is incorrect and doesn't not match the probe design or specification contained on the package insert