Becton Dickinson recalls BD Max ExK DNA 2 USA Kit (Catalog #442819) due to unsealed foil bags that may cause contamination. Affected units were sold from 2011-07-01 to 2020-11-07.
The foil bags containing extraction tubes for BD MAX" Reagent products may not been sealed properly.
Becton Dickinson is recalling their BD Max ExK DNA 2 USA Kit (Catalog #442819) because the foil bags containing extraction tubes might not be sealed properly. This could lead to contamination of samples during laboratory testing. If you own this kit, stop using it immediately to avoid potential sample contamination.
The foil bags for extraction tubes may not be sealed properly, which could allow contaminants to enter the samples during laboratory testing. This might lead to inaccurate test results or cross-contamination between samples.
Laboratory users who purchased the BD Max ExK DNA 2 USA Kit with Catalog #442819 between July 2011 and November 2020 are affected. Those handling samples in labs are most at risk of contamination.
Check for the product name 'BD Max ExK DNA 2 USA Kit' with Catalog #442819. The kit was sold from July 2011 to November 2020 with expiration date 11/07/2020.
Verify the catalog number is 442819 and the expiration date is 11/07/2020.
If the foil bags are unsealed, stop using the kit immediately to prevent sample contamination.
The official recall states the foil bags may not be sealed properly, so it is not safe to use without checking the seal.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Becton Dickinson directly for guidance.
The kit was sold from July 2011 to November 2020 with an expiration date of 11/07/2020.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2325-2019 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2325-2019 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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