Becton Dickinson recalls BD BBL Sensi Disc Cefpodoxime (Catalog 231673/231674) for possible inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility testing, risking delayed diagnosis and wrong treatment. Affected lots listed.
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 BD BBL Sensi Disc Cefpodoxime discs for possible inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility testing results. This could lead to delayed diagnosis, inappropriate antibiotic selection, or extended treatment. Labs using these discs should check their lot numbers.
The discs may cause reproducibility, accuracy, or quality control failures in testing for H. influenzae. This could lead to incorrect antibiotic choices, delayed diagnosis, or prolonged treatment.
Labs and healthcare facilities that use BD BBL Sensi Disc Cefpodoxime for antibiotic susceptibility testing. Those handling specific lots (3109152, 3157106, 3241174) are most at risk.
Check for catalog numbers 231673 or 231674. Look for lots 3109152, 3157106, or 3241174. The product is used for semi-quantitative antibiotic susceptibility testing.
Verify your disc lot number against the affected lots: 3109152, 3157106, or 3241174.
The discs may cause inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility testing results for H. influenzae, potentially leading to delayed diagnosis or inappropriate antibiotic treatment.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so labs should check their lot numbers and contact Becton Dickinson for guidance.
Lots 3109152, 3157106, and 3241174 for catalog numbers 231673 and 231674.
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Subject: Recall Z-1021-2024 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1021-2024 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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