Becton Dickinson recalls BD Veritor Plus Analyzers with specific serial numbers due to potential false test results from background calibration, which could lead to misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
Background calibration has the potential to cause false positive or false negative test results. An incorrect test result with the BD Veritor System could lead to possible misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment
Becton Dickinson is recalling BD Veritor Plus Analyzers that may give false positive or negative test results. This could lead to incorrect diagnoses and improper medical treatment if used without the recall fix.
The analyzers may produce inaccurate test results due to background calibration issues. This could cause misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment decisions if the device is used without the recall fix.
Users of BD Veritor Plus Analyzers with the listed serial numbers are affected. Laboratory staff and healthcare providers who rely on these devices for diagnostic testing are most at risk.
Check the serial number on your BD Veritor Plus Analyzer. The affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Identify the serial number on your BD Veritor Plus Analyzer to see if it matches the listed serial numbers in the recall.
The recall is due to background calibration issues that may cause false positive or negative test results, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
Check the serial number on your BD Veritor Plus Analyzer against the list of affected serial numbers provided in the recall notice.
Check the serial number to confirm if it is affected. If it is, 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-1313-2019 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1313-2019 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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