CLASS II Device recall · Reported 19 Dec 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Binding Site Human IgM Kit (for Spaplus) recalled
The Binding Site Group is recalling Binding Site Human IgM Kit (for Spaplus), distributed in 10 states. The recall was initiated on 6 Nov 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0604-2019
- FDA event ID
- 81421
- Recalling firm
- The Binding Site Group, Birmingham, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 6 Nov 2018
- FDA classified
- 13 Dec 2018
- Reported
- 19 Dec 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 6 Nov 2018 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 13 Dec 2018 | Classified by FDA | +37 days |
| 19 Dec 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Firm is offering advice to customers experiencing challenges when validating the calibration curve of the IgM kits. This is indicated by kit control values reporting outside the specified ranges.
Product as listed by the FDA
Binding Site Human IgM Kit (for SPAPLUS), REF: NK012.S The device consists of reaction buffer, sheep anti-IgM antiserum, six calibrators and two controls. The calibrators and controls are based on stabilized human serum. All components contain sodium azide as a preservative and are provided in ready-to-use liquid format.
Where it was distributed
U.S Distribution to states of: CA, IL, PA, FL, NE, WA, IN, NY, SD and VA,
CaliforniaFloridaIllinoisIndianaNebraskaNew YorkPennsylvaniaSouth DakotaVirginiaWashington
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Firm is offering advice to customers experiencing challenges when validating the calibration curve of the IgM kits. This is indicated by kit control values reporting outside the specified ranges.
Which lots are affected?
Lot 413849
Where was it sold?
U.S Distribution to states of: CA, IL, PA, FL, NE, WA, IN, NY, SD and VA,
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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