Becton Dickinson & Company BD Vacutainer Microtainer Serum tubes (with or without gel). Recall
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
BD Vacutainer Microtainer Serum tubes (with or without gel).
Brand
Becton Dickinson & Company
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
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Products Sold
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Becton Dickinson & Company is recalling BD Vacutainer Microtainer Serum tubes (with or without gel). due to "Please be aware that this is not a new recall. This recall was initially classified in 2005 (Z-0052-05). The firm has taken action; but, due to admin. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
"Please be aware that this is not a new recall. This recall was initially classified in 2005 (Z-0052-05). The firm has taken action; but, due to administrative issues additional products are now being classified by the agency". There is an apparent bias in the determination of Total T3, Total T4, HBsAg, Folate BA, VB 12, BR, FSH and Cortisol hormones used to determine thyroid disease states, and
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
The firm sent out a Technical Bulletin to all consignees of the specific instrument companies involved. Mailing initial were done 9/17/2004 and a revised mailing was sent 9/23/2004. Global communication will commense 10/5/2004.
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