Becton Dickinson recalls BD BBLTM Gram Stain Kit with Stabilized Iodine (Catalog 212539) due to potential false-positive Gram stain results. Affected lots expire by June 2021. Consumers should contact BD for details.
May exhibit increased levels of artifacts which could be difficult to distinguish from gram positive cocci, increased levels of artifacts could result in a false-positive Gram stain
Becton Dickinson is recalling a Gram stain kit that may produce false-positive results, leading to inaccurate bacterial identification. This could cause incorrect medical diagnoses if used in clinical settings.
The kit may create artifacts that are mistaken for gram-positive bacteria, leading to false-positive results. This could cause incorrect bacterial identification in clinical testing, potentially affecting diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Laboratory users and healthcare professionals who purchased the BD BBLTM Gram Stain Kit with Stabilized Iodine (Catalog 212539) between May 2021 and June 2021. The risk is low as the issue affects test accuracy rather than causing immediate harm.
Check for the catalog number 212539 on the kit. Affected lots include 0007261 (expiring June 30, 2021), 0007255 (May 31, 2021), 0028309 (March 30, 2021), 0041114 (July 31, 2021), and 0014322 (June 30, 2021).
Identify the catalog number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your kit is affected.
The kit may produce artifacts that are mistaken for gram-positive bacteria, leading to false-positive results in bacterial testing.
Contact Becton Dickinson directly for instructions on how to handle the affected kit, as the recall does not specify a return or disposal method.
Affected lots include 0007261 (expiring June 30, 2021), 0007255 (May 31, 2021), 0028309 (March 30, 2021), 0041114 (July 31, 2021), and 0014322 (June 30, 2021).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2048-2020 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2048-2020 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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