Becton Dickinson & Co. (BD) is recalling 516,435 units of BD PCR Cartridges used with the MAX System due to the potential for signal drift in specific lots. This technical defect can lead to inaccurate test results, which may affect clinical diagnoses. No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with this issue.
The cartridges may experience signal drift, which can cause the diagnostic system to provide incorrect results. This poses a risk of false positive or false negative findings, potentially leading to incorrect medical treatments or delayed care for patients.
Recalled units are used with the MAX System.
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