Becton Dickinson & Co. Becton Dickinson's ProbeTec (tm) ET Instrument Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Becton Dickinson's ProbeTec (tm) ET Instrument
Brand
Becton Dickinson & Co.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Instrument serial numbers 1001-2056
Products Sold
Instrument serial numbers 1001-2056
Becton Dickinson & Co. is recalling Becton Dickinson's ProbeTec (tm) ET Instrument due to Component of in vitro diagnostic device was incorrectly installed causing incorrect reporting of patient results.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Component of in vitro diagnostic device was incorrectly installed causing incorrect reporting of patient results.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
The recalling firm notified consignees by letter on 7/21/2003 and advised of the potential for incorrect optical bundle installation. The firm provided an optical test procedure with materials to conduct an on site performance test. Consignees were instructed not to report patient results until optical performance has been verified. Firm will replace or repair failing instruments.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026