Becton Dickinson recalls urine collection cups that may cause slight red blood cell elevation in lab tests when used with certain analyzers. Follow lab guidelines to confirm results.
BD Vacutainer Urine Collection Cups may contribute to a slight elevation of Red Blood Cell (RBC) counts when used with the Sysmex UF Series Analyzers. BD recommends following Good Clinical Practice (GCP) by using microscopy to confirm an elevated RBC Count in a Urine sample as per CLSI GP16-3A. 29(4) and CAP Checklist on Urinalysis. Product will continue to ship to not impact critical patient care.
Becton Dickinson is recalling urine collection cups that could cause a slight increase in red blood cell counts when used with specific lab analyzers. This is a minor lab testing issue that requires confirming results through microscopic examination.
The urine cups may cause a slight elevation in red blood cell counts when used with Sysmex UF Series analyzers. This is a minor lab testing issue that requires confirming results through microscopic examination per clinical guidelines.
Lab technicians and healthcare providers who use these cups with Sysmex UF Series analyzers may be affected. Patients are not at risk as the product continues to ship for critical care.
Check for the model 'KIT URIN CUP PLC 16X100 10.0 UA YEL' with catalog number 364981. These cups are used for urine collection and transport for lab testing.
Lab technicians should use microscopic examination to verify elevated red blood cell counts in urine samples.
No, the product continues to ship for critical patient care. Use only with Sysmex UF Series analyzers as directed.
Check for the model 'KIT URIN CUP PLC 16X100 10.0 UA YEL' with catalog number 364981.
No, the product continues to ship for critical patient care. This is a minor lab testing issue.
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Subject: Recall Z-0493-2019 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-0493-2019 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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