Becton Dickinson recalls BD Kiestra InoqulA Software Version 20.3.IVD due to potential specimen-plate mismatch. Affected units have catalog number 447202. No remedy specified in official 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.IVD for BD Kiestra InoqulA systems. This version has a potential risk of mismatching specimens with test plates, which could lead to incorrect test results. Users should check their software version and contact the manufacturer if they have this version.
The software version 20.3.IVD may cause a mismatch between a specimen and the test plate. This could result in incorrect test results, potentially leading to misdiagnosis or improper treatment decisions.
Users of BD Kiestra InoqulA software version 20.3.IVD with catalog number 447202 are affected. Laboratory staff and healthcare professionals using this software are most at risk.
Check for software version 20.3.IVD on your BD Kiestra InoqulA system. The catalog number 447202 is associated with this version. The product was sold with specific catalog numbers listed in the recall notice.
Verify your BD Kiestra InoqulA software version to see if it is 20.3.IVD.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy for this software version.
Check for software version 20.3.IVD on your BD Kiestra InoqulA system. The catalog number 447202 is associated with this version.
Contact Becton Dickinson directly to confirm your software version and get guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2438-2019 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2438-2019 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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