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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 18, 2019

Dynex DSX Software-IVD ELISA Assays effected as follows: DSX Assay File Software: ZEUS vl B. burgdorferi lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS vl Borrelia VlsEl-pepClO lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgG (9Z7701G).asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgM (9Z7701M).asy ZEUS vl HSV-1 and 2 lgM.asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CF] .asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CV].asy ZEUS vl CMV lgG.asy ZEUS vl CMV lgM.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgG.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgM.asy ZEUS vl H. pylori lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgM.as

Assay files used on the open Dynex DSX Instrument to process IVD ELISA samples-programming error results in well H6 being skipped for the addition of the TMB substrate. Well H6 wi…

Recall #
Z-2494-2019
Affected scope
28 Assays
Initiated
July 22, 2019
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Zeus Scientific, Inc. recalled Dynex DSX Software-IVD ELISA Assays effected as follows: DSX Assay File Software: ZEUS… - a moderate-severity action.

Dynex DSX Software-IVD ELISA Assays effected as follows: DSX Assay File Software: ZEUS… was recalled by Zeus Scientific, Inc. in September 18, 2019. Reason: Assay files used on the open Dynex DSX Instrument to process IVD ELISA samples-programming error results in w…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2494-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Zeus Scientific, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Assay files used on the open Dynex DSX Instrument to process IVD ELISA samples-programming error results in w….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
September 18, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2494-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2494-2019) was formally reported on September 18, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 22, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Zeus Scientific, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Branchburg, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 28 Assays.

The documented reason for this recall is: Assay files used on the open Dynex DSX Instrument to process IVD ELISA samples-programming error results in well H6 being skipped for the addition of the TMB substrate. Well H6 will generate a negative result regardless… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CT, FL, KY, IN, MA, MI, NY, NJ, NH, OH, PA, TX, VA.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

28 Assays

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

Dynex DSX Software-IVD ELISA Assays effected as follows: DSX Assay File Software: ZEUS vl B. burgdorferi lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS vl Borrelia VlsEl-pepClO lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgG (9Z7701G).asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgM (9Z7701M).asy ZEUS vl HSV-1 and 2 lgM.asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CF] .asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CV].asy ZEUS vl CMV lgG.asy ZEUS vl CMV lgM.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgG.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgM.asy ZEUS vl H. pylori lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgM.asy ZEUS vl Measles lgG.asy ZEUS vl Mumps lgG .asy ZEUS vl T. gondii lgG .asy ZEUS vl T. gondii lgM.asy ZEUS vl VZV lgG.asy ZEUS vl Rubella lgG .asy ZEUS vl Rubella lgM.asy ZEUS vl MPO [CF].asy ZEUS vl MPO [CV].asy ZEUS vl EBNA-1 lgG.asy ZEUS vl.1 HSV-1 and 2 lgM.asy Product Usage: The DYNEX DSX Automated ELISA System is an open automated open system to perform ELISA immunoassay

Reason for recall

Assay files used on the open Dynex DSX Instrument to process IVD ELISA samples-programming error results in well H6 being skipped for the addition of the TMB substrate. Well H6 will generate a negative result regardless of whether the patient was negative or positive for that antibody. This could result in a potential false negative result for that assay for any patients tested in well H6.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-2494-2019
Date reported September 18, 2019
Date initiated July 22, 2019
Recalling firm Zeus Scientific, Inc.
Firm location Branchburg, NJ
Affected scope 28 Assays
Distribution US nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CT, FL, KY, IN, MA, MI, NY, NJ, NH, OH, PA, TX, VA.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Dynex DSX Software-IVD ELISA Assays effected as follows: DSX Assay File Software: ZEUS vl B. burgdorferi lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS vl Borrelia VlsEl-pepClO lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgG (9Z7701G).asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgM (9Z7701M).asy ZEUS vl HSV-1 and 2 lgM.asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CF] .asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CV].asy ZEUS vl CMV lgG.asy ZEUS vl CMV lgM.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgG.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgM.asy ZEUS vl H. pylori lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgM.asy ZEUS vl Measles lgG.asy ZEUS vl Mumps lgG .asy ZEUS vl T. gondii lgG .asy ZEUS vl T. gondii lgM.asy ZEUS vl VZV lgG.asy ZEUS vl Rubella lgG .asy ZEUS vl Rubella lgM.asy ZEUS vl MPO [CF].asy ZEUS vl MPO [CV].asy ZEUS vl EBNA-1 lgG.asy ZEUS vl.1 HSV-1 and 2 lgM.asy Product Usage: The DYNEX DSX Automated ELISA System is an open automated open system to perform ELISA immunoassay. Recalled by Zeus Scientific, Inc.. Units affected: 28 Assays.
Why was this product recalled?
Assay files used on the open Dynex DSX Instrument to process IVD ELISA samples-programming error results in well H6 being skipped for the addition of the TMB substrate. Well H6 will generate a negative result regardless of whether the patient was negative or positive for that antibody. This could result in a potential false negative result for that assay for any patients tested in well H6.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 18, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2494-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CT, FL, KY, IN, MA, MI, NY, NJ, NH, OH, PA, TX, VA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2494-2019) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported September 18, 2019.

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