BD Bio Sciences recalls FACSLyric flow cytometers with specific power supply models due to potential failure causing lab staff inhalation risks and patient specimen issues. Check catalog and serial numbers for affected units.
On October 18, 2024, BD has identified through customer complaints and an increase in field failures / replacements of the power supply module (part number 650781, Power Module AC-DC 250W 12/24V M3S4S6) on BD FACSLyric flow cytometers, which has the potential for the instruments to fail to power on and/or stay on. The potential power supply failure on BD FACSLyric Flow Cytometer may lead to risks to the laboratory staff including inhalation of fumes followed by shortness of breath or coughing if failure occurs during laboratory working hours. The patient may be asked to return for additional biospecimen collection procedure and risks associated with the procedure (bruising, pain, bleeding, etc.). In addition, patient specimen loss and/ or delay providing results of testing results. There may be additional risks to the laboratory staff including inhalation of fumes followed by shortness of breath or coughing if failure occurs during laboratory working hours. In addition, the patient may be asked to return for additional biospecimen collection procedure and risks associated with the procedure (bruising, pain, bleeding, etc.). In the Notification Letter sent on November 20, 2024, customers are instructed to continue their normal operation of your BD FACSLyric Flow Cytometer according to the Instructions For Use after immediately inspecting inventory for the specific catalog and power supply serial numbers listed in the notification letter and follow the instructions listed under Actions for Clinical Users.
BD Bio Sciences is recalling certain FACSLyric flow cytometers because their power supply modules may fail, leading to equipment shutdowns. This could cause lab staff to inhale fumes and patients to need retesting, potentially causing pain, bleeding, or delays in test results.
The power supply module (part number 650781) can fail, causing the flow cytometer to stop working or stay on. If this happens during lab use, staff may inhale fumes leading to shortness of breath or coughing. Patients might need retesting, which could cause bruising, pain, or bleeding.
Laboratory staff and patients using BD FACSLyric flow cytometers with specific power supply models (part number 650781) that have serial numbers starting with V2309, V2318, or V2330. Those handling specimens during equipment failures face the highest risk.
Check for catalog number 662878 and power supply serial numbers starting with V2309, V2318, or V2330. Affected units are listed in the notification letter with specific instrument serial numbers.
Check the power supply serial number for the specific prefixes V2309, V2318, or V2330.
If the power supply is not affected, follow the device's instructions for normal use as instructed by BD Bio Sciences.
Power supply part number 650781 with serial numbers starting with V2309, V2318, or V2330.
No, BD Bio Sciences instructs customers to continue normal operation after inspecting for affected power supplies.
Lab staff may inhale fumes causing shortness of breath or coughing. Patients might need retesting, which could lead to bruising, pain, or bleeding.
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Subject: Recall Z-0748-2025 — BD Bio Sciences BD Bio Sciences Hello, I own a BD Bio Sciences that is covered by recall Z-0748-2025 from BD Bio Sciences. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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