BD Trucount Absolute Counting Tubes: Model number: 340334 IVD; BD Trucount tubes are used for determining absolute counts of leucocytes in blood. BD Trucount tubes are designed for use with in vitro diagnostic products such as BD Tritest reagents, and a suitably equipped flow cytometer. BD Trucount tubes can be used with the BD FACS Loader.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Model: 340334; Manufacaturing lot: 534964
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences
- Reason for Recall:
- One lot of lot of BD Trucount tubes may contain tubes from another lot. There is a 3.3% difference in bead counts between the two lots found within some of the pouches and presents a low risk to patient safety or impact to data if this product is used.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
BD Trucount Absolute Counting Tubes: Model number: 340334 IVD; BD Trucount tubes are used for determining absolute counts of leucocytes in blood. BD Trucount tubes are designed for use with in vitro diagnostic products such as BD Tritest reagents, and a suitably equipped flow cytometer. BD Trucount tubes can be used with the BD FACS Loader.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Model: 340334; Manufacaturing lot: 534964
Distribution:
Distributed in: US, MD, CA, GA, WA, PA, CO, TN, FL, NC, DE, VA, CT, LA, NY, OH, MN, NH
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1570-2016
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