CLASS II Device recall · Reported 25 Jan 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Human Lambda Free SPAPlus Kit Product recalled by The Binding Site Group
The Binding Site Group is recalling Human Lambda Free SPAPlus Kit, distributed in 11 states. The recall was initiated on 28 Nov 2012 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-1050-2017
- FDA event ID
- 76049
- Recalling firm
- The Binding Site Group, Birmingham
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 28 Nov 2012
- FDA classified
- 19 Jan 2017
- Reported
- 25 Jan 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Patient Monitors
Timeline
| 28 Nov 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Jan 2017 | Classified by FDA | +1513 days |
| 25 Jan 2017 | 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
Calibration curve activity has increased over time in the kit lots listed.
Product as listed by the FDA
Human Lambda Free SPAPlus Kit Product Code: LK018.S Freelite aids in the detection and monitoring of Multiple Myeloma and related diseases.
Where it was distributed
U.S. distribution to the following; CA, TX, HI, GA, PA, UT, NY, OK, ID, MA, AZ. Foreign distribution to the following; Australia, Bulgaria, Denmark, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan, Belgium, France, Italy, Spain.
ArizonaCaliforniaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoMassachusettsNew YorkOklahomaPennsylvaniaTexasUtah
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Calibration curve activity has increased over time in the kit lots listed.
Which lots are affected?
Lot #323278, 327963
Where was it sold?
U.S. distribution to the following; CA, TX, HI, GA, PA, UT, NY, OK, ID, MA, AZ. Foreign distribution to the following; Australia, Bulgaria, Denmark, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan, Belgium, France, Italy, Spain.
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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