EpiCenter Plus Microbiology Data Management System software version 6.20A, when used in conjunction with the MALDI BioTyper System . Product Usage: The EpiCenter system is a clinical data management system designed for use with certain BD instrument systems. The EpiCenter system provides advanced capabilities in data management, including extended demographic data, comprehensive reporting features including a powerful database query tool, bi-directional Laboratory Information System (LIS) communications and long-term data storage. Additionally, the EpiCenter system provides an Expert System that can manipulate and/or act upon AST results.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot Numbers Version 6.20A Cat. Number 442953
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
The information in the EpiCenter interface translation tables was not updated to match the Bruker MALDI BioTyper database identifications for some organisms. This could lead to a possible mis-identification of an organism.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

EpiCenter Plus Microbiology Data Management System software version 6.20A, when used in conjunction with the MALDI BioTyper System . Product Usage: The EpiCenter system is a clinical data management system designed for use with certain BD instrument systems. The EpiCenter system provides advanced capabilities in data management, including extended demographic data, comprehensive reporting features including a powerful database query tool, bi-directional Laboratory Information System (LIS) communications and long-term data storage. Additionally, the EpiCenter system provides an Expert System that can manipulate and/or act upon AST results.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Numbers Version 6.20A Cat. Number 442953

Distribution:

Distributed in: US

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1414-2017

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