Surgipath Cyto Jar Fixative; a 120 mL clear, leakproof container prefilled with 45 mL of preservative containing polyethylene glycol for the convenient collection, fixation and preservation of all cytologic specimens, 50 jars per case; for in vitro diagnostic use only; Leica Biosystems, 5205 Rt. 12, Richmond, IL 60071; Made in USA The Cyto Jar is for the convenient collection, fixation and preservation of all cytologic specimens. The 120 mL clear, leakproof container is prefilled with 45 mL of preservative containing polyethylene glycol. It can be used for rinsing aspiration needles or bronchial brushes and for the direct collection of sputum specimens.

Product was distributed with the incorrect lot number and expiration date. The lot number and expiration date should have been listed at 073013 and instead was noted as 073014 which is beyond the maximum expiration dating of 18 months for this product.

The firm, Leica Microsystems, Inc., sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated February 17, 2012, via FedEx on February 20, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken. A second letter was sent to the customers on February 29, 2012, clarifying that the incorrect lot number and expiration date was 073014, and should have been 073013. The customers were instructed to discontinue use of the product; return the product and complete and return the enclosed Acknowledgement Form via fax to 815-678-2216 within one week of receiving the notification. If you have any questions, contact the Regulatory Affairs Manager at toll free (800) 225-8867 or email: [email protected].