Becton Dickinson recalls BD Kiestra InoqulA+ software version 20.3 for potential specimen-plate mismatch. Affected units have specific catalog and serial numbers. No remedy is stated in the recall notice.
An anomaly is present in InoqulA / InoqulA+ software version 20.3, has the potential to cause a mismatch between a specimen and plate
Becton Dickinson is recalling software version 20.3 for their Kiestra InoqulA+ system due to a potential mismatch between specimens and plates. This could lead to incorrect test results if the software fails to properly match samples to the correct testing plates.
The software version 20.3 has an anomaly that could cause a specimen to be matched to the wrong testing plate. This mismatch might result in incorrect test results, potentially leading to misdiagnosis or inappropriate treatment decisions.
Laboratories using BD Kiestra InoqulA+ software version 20.3 for automated specimen processing are affected. Those handling blood or other clinical samples are most at risk of incorrect test results.
Check for catalog number 447213 and specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The affected software version is 20.3 for BD Kiestra InoqulA+ systems.
Verify the software version on your BD Kiestra InoqulA+ system. If it is version 20.3, it is affected.
The recall notice does not state any remedy or fix for this software version.
The recall states there is a potential for a specimen to be matched to the wrong plate, which could lead to incorrect test results.
Check for catalog number 447213 and specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The affected software version is 20.3.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2439-2019 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2439-2019 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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