Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
BBL Port A Cul tubes Recalled by Becton Dickinson & Co. Due to The products may exhibit indications of excessive oxidation....
What You Should Do
Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Becton Dickinson & Co. directly.
Affected Products
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.
Quantity: 145,860 tubes
Why Was This Recalled?
The products may exhibit indications of excessive oxidation. Excessive oxidation may affect the viability of anaerobic microorganisms.
Where Was This Sold?
This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.
About Becton Dickinson & Co.
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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report