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BD BACTEC¿ Lytic/10 Anaerobic/F Culture Vials (plastic)

Received Jul 30, 2026 · Event occurred Jul 15, 2026

Report 2647876-2026-00083 · MDR key 50091041

Device

Generic name

System, Blood Culturing

Manufacturer

Becton Dickinson Caribe Ltd.

Catalog number

442021

Lot number

6029148

Product problems

Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings

Patient

Unknown

No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

It was reported while using BD BACTEC¿ Lytic/10 Anaerobic/F Culture Vials (plastic), there was biological contamination seen in one sample identified as Streptococcus thermophilus. No adverse impact was reported regarding the patient or user.This is report 2 of 4.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

A device evaluation and/or device history review is anticipated but is not complete. Upon completion, a supplemental report will be filed.