PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

The 4Kscore Test, an in vitro serum or plasma test that combines the results of four immunoassays (Roche Elecsys total PSA (prostate specific antigen), Roche Elecsys free PSA, intact PSA, and human kallikrein 2) into a single numerical score that also incorporates the following information: a patient s age, previous biopsy, and digital rectal exam (DRE).

Reported: December 20, 2023 Initiated: October 31, 2023 #Z-0516-2024

Product Description

The 4Kscore Test, an in vitro serum or plasma test that combines the results of four immunoassays (Roche Elecsys total PSA (prostate specific antigen), Roche Elecsys free PSA, intact PSA, and human kallikrein 2) into a single numerical score that also incorporates the following information: a patient s age, previous biopsy, and digital rectal exam (DRE).

Reason for Recall

Mathematical modeling of the 4Kscore with and without DRE information was recently performed on over 3,000 specimens. DRE information is a required component of The 4Kscore Test.

Details

Recalling Firm
BioReference Health, LLC
Units Affected
1 system (3,196 tests)
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Elmwood Park, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The 4Kscore Test, an in vitro serum or plasma test that combines the results of four immunoassays (Roche Elecsys total PSA (prostate specific antigen), Roche Elecsys free PSA, intact PSA, and human kallikrein 2) into a single numerical score that also incorporates the following information: a patient s age, previous biopsy, and digital rectal exam (DRE).. Recalled by BioReference Health, LLC. Units affected: 1 system (3,196 tests).
Why was this product recalled?
Mathematical modeling of the 4Kscore with and without DRE information was recently performed on over 3,000 specimens. DRE information is a required component of The 4Kscore Test.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 20, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0516-2024.