BD Bio Sciences has recalled 868 units of BD FACS 7-Color Setup Beads used in laboratory flow cytometry. The recall was initiated due to errors in the spectral overlap factors table, which is used to calibrate instruments for fluorescence compensation. Using the affected beads can lead to inaccurate instrument setup before analyzing patient or research samples. The manufacturer has received customer complaints regarding data errors, though no physical injuries have been reported.
Incorrect instrument setup can lead to unreliable data analysis and inaccurate laboratory results. If fluorescence compensation is not set correctly, the instrument may misinterpret the samples being analyzed.
Used in flow cytometry for fluorescence compensation.
Used in flow cytometry for fluorescence compensation.
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