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Dako Denmark A/S: EnVision FLEX+, Mouse, High pH (Link), Product No. K8002, K8004. Intended for use in immunohistochemistry together with Autostainer Link Instruments.

Recall number
Z-2330-2016
Recalling firm
Dako Denmark A/S
Product
EnVision FLEX+, Mouse, High pH (Link), Product No. K8002, K8004. Intended for use in immunohistochemistry together with Autostainer Link Instruments.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2016-07-06
Posted
not on file
Terminated
2016-10-13
Reason
The pH of Target Retrieval Solution in the kit measures 4-5 instead of the correct pH of 9.1.
Root cause
Process control
Action
A recall notification letter dated 7/6/16 was sent to customers to inform them that Dako is recalling EnVision FLEX+ kit because the pH of Target Retrieval Solution in the kit measures 4-5 instead of the correct pH of 9.1. The letter informs the customers that with a pH of 4-5 instead of pH 9 there could be weak staining, false negative or false positive non-specific staining depending on the antibody used. There is the possibility that this staining could lead to a false result. Customers are to discard the affected product, determine the impact as instructed, and confirmed that they have received replacement kits. Customers are instructed to complete the Device Recall Form and contact local sales representative for any questions regarding the recall notification.
Quantity
147 kits
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- US, Canada, and Colombia.
Lot, serial or model codes
K8002 Lot no: 10112879 K8004 Lot no: 10111463
510(k) numbers
not on file
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
LDT
Firm FEI
3002806778
Firm city
Glostrup
Firm state
not on file
Firm country
Denmark

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Published
2026-09-28
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