Pathlab recall - 70ml formalin pots

UPDATE – 2.41pm, 23 October 2026: Pathlab has advised that an additional batch of 70ml formalin pots is affected by the recall. We've updated the batch numbers below.

Pathlab is recalling four batches of 70ml formalin pots due to possible contamination from foreign material, which could affect histology specimens.

Affected batch numbers: 736458, 736459 and 736460 + 734933

Practices are asked to check all stock, including treatment rooms, procedure areas and storage. Also:

• remove affected pots from use immediately

• return them to Pathlab via the usual courier system

• make sure all staff collecting histology specimens are aware of the recall.

Pathlab is arranging urgent replacement stock.

For pātai, contact Keith Walmsley on 07 578 7073 ext 6616 or Keith.Walmsley@pathlab.co.nz.

View information update for further details.