Estradiol III; Elecsys and cobas e analyzers; REF 06656021 190; M 6.5 mL, R1 9 mL, R2 9 mL, For USA: CONTENT M Streptavidin-coated microparticles 0.72 mg/ml; R1 Two biotinylated monoclonal anti-estradiol antibodies (rabbit) 2.5 ng/m and 4.5 ng/mL Mesterolone 130 ng/mL; R2 Estradiol derivative, labeled with ruthenium complex 4.5 ng/mL; Rx only Product Usage: Immunoassay for the in vitro quantitative determination of estradiol in human serum and plasma. The electrochemiluminescence immunoassay ECLIA is intended for use on Elecsys and cobas e immunoassay analyzers.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Elecsys Estradiol III: 06656021190; all lot numbers are affected.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Due to the risk of a recently identified cross reactivity, the Elecsys Estradiol assay should not be used when monitoring patient being treated with fulvestrant. Customers should be informed that fulvestrant will increase the apparent concentration of estradiol in women being treated with this drug. If treatment with fulvestrant has been altered or discontinued as a result of falsely elevated e
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Estradiol III; Elecsys and cobas e analyzers; REF 06656021 190; M 6.5 mL, R1 9 mL, R2 9 mL, For USA: CONTENT M Streptavidin-coated microparticles 0.72 mg/ml; R1 Two biotinylated monoclonal anti-estradiol antibodies (rabbit) 2.5 ng/m and 4.5 ng/mL Mesterolone 130 ng/mL; R2 Estradiol derivative, labeled with ruthenium complex 4.5 ng/mL; Rx only Product Usage: Immunoassay for the in vitro quantitative determination of estradiol in human serum and plasma. The electrochemiluminescence immunoassay ECLIA is intended for use on Elecsys and cobas e immunoassay analyzers.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Elecsys Estradiol III: 06656021190; all lot numbers are affected.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1276-2016
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