Agilent Technologies Recalls FLEX Monoclonal Antibody Over False Negatives
Agilent Technologies recalled 67 units of FLEX Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human CD20cy on August 11, 2025. The recall stems from the potential for weak staining leading to false negative results in B-cell identification. Healthcare providers must cease use immediately and follow recall instructions.
Product Details
The recalled product is the FLEX Monoclonal Mouse Anti-Human CD20cy, Clone L26, with model number GA60461-2J. It is intended for immunohistochemistry use with the Dako Omnis instrument. The product was distributed nationwide across multiple states.
The Hazard
The product poses a high risk due to the potential for weak staining. This may lead to false negative results in identifying CD20, which is crucial for diagnosing B-cell neoplasms.
Reported Incidents
No specific incidents have been reported yet. The recall is proactive, aiming to prevent potential misdiagnosis in patients.
What to Do
Stop using the affected product immediately. Contact Agilent Technologies Denmark ApS or your healthcare provider for further instructions.
Contact Information
For more information, visit the FDA recall notice at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=Z-2565-2025.