Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0198-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Becton Dickinson & Co. |
| Report date | Dec 13, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 1, 2017 |
| Quantity | 7 units |
| Location | Sparks, MD, United States |
Official product description
BD PhoenixTM AP, Catalog Number 448010 The BD Phoenix" AP instrument is designed for use with the BD Phoenix" system is intended to standardize ID broth tube inoculum, add AST indicator to the AST broth tube and transfer an aliquot of ID broth to AST broth tubes, as required for preparing samples for use on the BD Phoenix" system, which performs identification and susceptibility testing
Why the product was recalled
Potential unexpected movement of robot arm
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US including CA, NC & TN Internationally: Canada
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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