BBL Chocolate II Agar- IVD for the isolation and cultivation of Neisseria species. Catalog (Ref) Number: 221267
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: UDI: (10)2206461(17)221125(30)0100 Lot Number: 2206461 Exp. Date: 20221125. Box numbers 0002 through 0097. Boxes correlate to timestamps on the plates of 11:34 through 13:51. All other box numbers and plate stamps are unaffected and perform as intended. (Timestamps can be found on the bottom of the plate. The box number can be located on the carton label).
- 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 & Co.
- Reason for Recall:
- Boxes contain a reduced concentration of Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide and does not provide enough of the blood factors necessary to support Haemophilus growth. The reduction could cause a false negative result for Haemophilus isolation in a clinical specimen.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
BBL Chocolate II Agar- IVD for the isolation and cultivation of Neisseria species. Catalog (Ref) Number: 221267
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
UDI: (10)2206461(17)221125(30)0100 Lot Number: 2206461 Exp. Date: 20221125. Box numbers 0002 through 0097. Boxes correlate to timestamps on the plates of 11:34 through 13:51. All other box numbers and plate stamps are unaffected and perform as intended. (Timestamps can be found on the bottom of the plate. The box number can be located on the carton label).
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0473-2023
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