Z-1891-2019 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Qiagen Sciences, Inc. — Germantown, MD

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
July 3, 2019
Initiation Date
May 6, 2019
Termination Date
April 23, 2020
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
31

Product Description

RNeasy DSP FFPE Kit (48), REF 73604 - Product Usage: The RNeasy DSP FFPE Kit is a system intended for the purification of total RNA from formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissues. The product is intended to be used by professional users, such as technicians and physicians that are trained in molecular biological techniques. It deploys an optimized silica spin-column-based protocol, and includes enzymatic removal of residual DNA. The RNeasy DSP FFPE Kit is intended for in vitro diagnostic use.

Reason for Recall

The deparaffinization solution contains a contaminant, which leads to reduced lysis efficiency of the affected lot, resulting in significantly reduced yields and less sensitive downstream applications.

Distribution Pattern

US nationwide distribution in the states of MA, RI, AZ, NY, NC, IN, TX. The products were distributed to the following foreign countries: Germany, Great Britain, Italy, France, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Code Information

LOT 163016105