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Health product recall

LEICA BOND POLYMER REFINE RED DETECTION (2015-11-16)

Starting date:
November 16, 2015
Posting date:
December 24, 2015
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-56470

Recalled Products

A. LEICA BOND POLYMER REFINE RED DETECTION DS9390
B. LEICA BOND POLYMER REFINE RED DETECTION

Reason

Leica Biosystems recently became aware that some detection kits may have been subject to a manufacturing error which could result in inadequate staining. If the product is used according to the instructions for use with the adequate controls, the end user would be able to identify the test has not stained correctly.

Affected products

A. LEICA BOND POLYMER REFINE RED DETECTION DS9390

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number

DS9390

Companies
Manufacturer
Leica Biosystems Newcastle Ltd.
Balliol Business Park West
Benton Lane
UNITED KINGDOM

B. LEICA BOND POLYMER REFINE RED DETECTION

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number

DS9390

Companies
Manufacturer
Leica Biosystems Newcastle Ltd.
Balliol Business Park West
Benton Lane
UNITED KINGDOM