Becton Dickinson recalls BD Microtainer Z (No Additive Tubes) Part 365963 due to potential decreased fill volume causing inaccurate blood tests. Affected lots include specific serial numbers.
Damaged reservoir may lead to a decreased fill volume causing samples to be insufficient for testing and improper blood-to-additive ratio, potentially producing erroneous results.
Becton Dickinson is recalling BD Microtainer Z tubes with part number 365963 because damaged reservoirs might lead to insufficient blood samples, causing incorrect test results. This could affect blood testing accuracy if the tubes are used without proper fill volume.
The tubes' reservoirs can become damaged, leading to less blood filling than intended. This causes an improper blood-to-additive ratio, which may produce incorrect test results if the samples are used for testing.
Lab users who own or use BD Microtainer Z tubes with part number 365963 are affected. Those performing blood tests with these tubes are most at risk of inaccurate results.
Check for the part number 365963 on the tube. Affected lots include specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice, such as 8117750, 8155792, 8223778, 8223779, and 8268514.
Look for the serial numbers listed in the recall: 8117750, 8155792, 8223778, 8223779, or 8268514.
The part number is 365963.
Check the serial numbers listed in the recall: 8117750, 8155792, 8223778, 8223779, or 8268514.
The recall does not require stopping use; affected tubes should be checked for the specific serial numbers listed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0054-2020 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-0054-2020 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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