Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1967-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Becton Dickinson & Company |
| Report date | Jul 24, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 3, 2019 |
| Quantity | 1707804 |
| Location | Franklin Lakes, NJ, United States |
Official product description
BD Microtainer Tube w/ BD Microgard Closure, K2EDTA additive, Model Numbers 365974 and 365975 Product Usage: The Microtainer Brand Tube with EDTA(K2) Reorder No. 365974, is used to collect, anticoagulate, transport and store skin puncture blood specimens for testing the following hematological parameters: WBC, RBC ,HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, Platelets, 5 part differential including : Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, Basophils, Manual WBC Differentials, Reticulocytes, and Spun Hematocrit.
Why the product was recalled
The products have been confirmed to have reduced or no additive within the tube reservoir. The tubes may develop visible clots within the tube samples or micro clots that are not easily detected during visual inspection of the tubes. A clotted sample may lead to recollection of samples or, retesting of patients, resulting in delayed reporting of test results and patient treatment.
Distribution information
The products were distributed to the following US states: AL, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, MN, MO, OH, PA, TN, TX, VA, and Puerto Rico.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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