Becton Dickinson recalls BD BBL Sensi Disc Cefotaxime discs for possible inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility testing, risking delayed diagnosis and inappropriate antibiotic use. Affected lots and catalog numbers 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 Cefotaxime discs that may cause inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility test results. This could lead to delayed diagnosis, inappropriate antibiotic selection, or extended treatment. Users should check if their discs match the listed catalog numbers and lots.
The discs may cause reproducibility, accuracy, or quality control failures in antibiotic susceptibility testing for H. influenzae. This could lead to delayed diagnosis, inappropriate antibiotic choices, or extended antibiotic treatment.
Healthcare professionals using these discs for antibiotic susceptibility testing in labs. Those testing H. influenzae are most at risk of inaccurate results.
Check if your disc has catalog numbers 231606, 231607, or 291308. Look for specific lots listed in the recall notice, such as 2004580, 2025164, 2090467, etc.
Identify the catalog number on your disc (231606, 231607, or 291308).
Check if your disc matches the listed lots (e.g., 2004580, 2025164, 2090467).
The discs may cause inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility test results for H. influenzae, leading to potential delays in diagnosis or inappropriate antibiotic use.
Check your disc's catalog number and lot number against the listed numbers in the recall notice. If it matches, contact Becton Dickinson for instructions.
The recall is for potential inaccurate test results, not physical safety risks. There is no immediate danger to users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1020-2024 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1020-2024 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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