Becton Dickinson recalls BD BBL Sensi Disc Ampicillin for possible accuracy issues in H. influenzae antibiotic testing, which could lead to delayed diagnoses or incorrect 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 Ampicillin antibiotic test strips because they might give inaccurate results for H. influenzae infections. This could cause delays in diagnosis or improper antibiotic treatment.
The test strips may not work properly for H. influenzae, leading to inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility results. This could cause delays in diagnosis, selection of wrong antibiotics, or longer antibiotic treatment times.
Healthcare professionals using these test strips for antibiotic susceptibility testing are most at risk. Patients relying on accurate test results for H. influenzae infections could experience delayed or incorrect treatment.
Check for catalog numbers 230705, 231264, or 231263 on the packaging. These are used for semi-quantitative antibiotic testing and were sold with specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for catalog numbers 230705, 231264, or 231263 on the packaging to confirm if the product is recalled.
The product may cause inaccurate antibiotic susceptibility test results for H. influenzae, which could lead to delayed diagnosis or incorrect treatment.
Check the catalog number on the packaging. If it matches 230705, 231264, or 231263, contact Becton Dickinson for guidance.
The recall does not provide a fix; the remedy is null, so users should check if they have the recalled product and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1012-2024 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1012-2024 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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