Becton Dickinson recalls Kit EXT Enteric Bacterial Panel (Catalog # 443812) due to foil bags not sealing properly. This could lead to contamination of reagent products.
The foil bags containing extraction tubes for BD MAX" Reagent products may not been sealed properly.
Becton Dickinson is recalling Kit EXT Enteric Bacterial Panel (Catalog # 443812) because the foil bags containing extraction tubes may not be sealed properly. This risk could lead to contamination of reagent products if the bags are compromised.
The foil bags for extraction tubes may not seal properly, which could allow contaminants to enter the reagent products. This might lead to inaccurate test results or cross-contamination in laboratory settings.
Users of the Kit EXT Enteric Bacterial Panel (Catalog # 443812) who purchased it between 2011 and 2020 are likely affected. Laboratory personnel using these reagents are at the highest risk.
Check for the product name 'Kit EXT Enteric Bacterial Panel' with Catalog # 443812. Look for lot numbers 9114557, 9126778, or 9129979, which were sold between 2011 and 2020.
Verify the Catalog # 443812 and lot numbers 9114557, 9126778, or 9129979 on the product label.
The recall indicates the foil bags may not seal properly, which could lead to contamination. If you have the product, it's recommended to check the lot numbers and follow the recall instructions.
Look for the product name 'Kit EXT Enteric Bacterial Panel' with Catalog # 443812 and lot numbers 9114557, 9126778, or 9129979.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check the product details and contact Becton Dickinson 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-2338-2019 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2338-2019 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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