Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0493-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Becton Dickinson & Company |
| Report date | Nov 28, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 30, 2018 |
| Quantity | Total: 29,982,150 BD cups (US); 97,800,900 BD cups (OUS) |
| Location | Franklin Lakes, NJ, United States |
Official product description
KIT URIN CUP PLC 16X100 10.0 UA YEL, Cat. No. 364981: Urine Collection Kit for collection and transport of urine specimens for urinalysis
Why the product was recalled
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.
Distribution information
Illinois
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: E-Mail.
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