Becton Dickinson recalls BD BBL Sensi Disc Piperacillin/Tazobactam-100/10 ug for possible inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility testing, which could lead to delayed diagnosis or inappropriate treatment.
There is a possibility of reproducibility, accuracy, and/or QC failures in antibiotic susceptibility testing (AST) for H. influenzae. This may cause product discard, delayed results, or additional adverse diagnostic outcomes, such as a delay in diagnosis, the selection of inappropriate antibiotics, or extended duration of antibiotic exposure and the treatment process.
Becton Dickinson is recalling certain BD BBL Sensi Disc Piperacillin/Tazobactam-100/10 ug test strips used in antibiotic susceptibility testing. The recall is due to a risk of inaccurate test results, which could lead to delayed diagnosis or inappropriate antibiotic treatment.
The test strips may produce inaccurate results for H. influenzae, leading to potential delays in diagnosis or inappropriate antibiotic selection. This could result in extended antibiotic use or treatment complications.
Laboratories using these test strips for antibiotic susceptibility testing in clinical labs are affected. The risk is primarily for lab technicians and healthcare providers handling the product.
Check for catalog numbers 231691 or 231692. The product was sold with specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Identify the catalog number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your product is affected.
The product may cause inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility test results for H. influenzae, which could lead to delayed diagnosis or inappropriate antibiotic treatment.
Check the catalog number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to determine if your product is affected. If it is, contact Becton Dickinson for further instructions.
The recall is for potential inaccurate test results, not a physical hazard. There is no risk of injury from using the product itself.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1037-2024 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1037-2024 from Becton Dickinson. 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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