BBL Port A Cul tubes, catalog number 221606. Patient sample collection tubes. BBL Port A Cul tubes, jars and vials contain a reduced transport medium and are intended to maintain the viability of anaerobic, facultative and aerobic microorganisms during transport from the patient to the laboratory. Sterile packages are for collection of specimens in clean areas; e.g., surgical suites.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Part/Cat No. Lot / Serial No.Date of Mfr Exp. Date 221606 4042455 2/25/2014 2/5/2015 221606 4067180 3/18/2014 3/5/2015 221606 4087204 4/10/2014 3/25/2015 221606 4124702 5/8/2014 4/24/2015 221606 4161968 7/7/2014 6/12/2015 221606 4181959 7/14/2014 7/3/2015 221606 4032407 2/14/2014 1/29/2015 221606 4042069 2/17/2014 2/4/2015
- 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:
- The products may exhibit indications of excessive oxidation. Excessive oxidation may affect the viability of anaerobic microorganisms.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
BBL Port A Cul tubes, catalog number 221606. Patient sample collection tubes. BBL Port A Cul tubes, jars and vials contain a reduced transport medium and are intended to maintain the viability of anaerobic, facultative and aerobic microorganisms during transport from the patient to the laboratory. Sterile packages are for collection of specimens in clean areas; e.g., surgical suites.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Part/Cat No. Lot / Serial No.Date of Mfr Exp. Date 221606 4042455 2/25/2014 2/5/2015 221606 4067180 3/18/2014 3/5/2015 221606 4087204 4/10/2014 3/25/2015 221606 4124702 5/8/2014 4/24/2015 221606 4161968 7/7/2014 6/12/2015 221606 4181959 7/14/2014 7/3/2015 221606 4032407 2/14/2014 1/29/2015 221606 4042069 2/17/2014 2/4/2015
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1746-2015
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