BD Vacutainer® Sodium HeparinN (NH) 75 USP Units Blood Collection Tubes 367871Recalls & reported problems

Becton, Dickinson And Company · BD Vacutainer® Sodium Heparin(N) 75 USP Units · Class 2

Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

Quick summary

This BD Vacutainer sodium heparin blood collection tube. Reports mostly describe wrong-tube collection errors causing inaccurate sodium results, plus short fills, coagulation, and leaks. 103 reports mention 1 injury and no deaths; 102 malfunctions. No recalls name this device. There were 31 reports in the last 12 months versus 16 the prior year.

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Adverse event reports: 103
Deaths reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Recalls naming it: 0

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 103 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 30382903678717), received between Nov 27, 2017 and Apr 9, 2026 — classified as 1 injury, 102 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings” (46 reports).

2 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K252040, K944566); they may or may not involve this specific model.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Reports received per month

Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Most reported problems

Device problems

Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings46
Short Fill23
Coagulation in Device or Device Ingredient7
Volume Accuracy Problem7
Separation Problem5
Leak/Splash4
Device Contamination with Chemical or Other Material3
Device Markings/Labelling Problem3

Patient problems

No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions69
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient22
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient4
No Information3
No Patient Involvement3
Insufficient Information2
No Code Available1

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 103 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

MalfunctionApr 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24837666 ↗
MalfunctionApr 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24832418 ↗
MalfunctionApr 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24831068 ↗
MalfunctionApr 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24831065 ↗
MalfunctionApr 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24831060 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823531 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823515 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823514 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823510 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823509 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823508 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823507 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823505 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823504 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24823500 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821827 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821826 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821825 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821824 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821823 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821822 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821821 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821820 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821819 ↗
MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD VACUTAINER® SODIUM HEPARINN (NH) 75 USP UNITS BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES, ERRONEOUS SODIUM RESULTS WERE OBSERVED ON ONE PATIENT AFTER USING THE WRONG GREEN TOP TUBE. SODIUM HEPARIN TUBES WERE COLLECTED AND PROCESSED INSTEAD OF LITHIUM HEPARIN TUBES. THE CUSTOMER APPLIED THEIR PATIENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL OVER THE BD TUBE LABEL AT THE TIME OF COLLECTION. PATIENT WAS NOT TREATED FOR ELEVATED SODIUM LEVELS. THERE WAS NO HEALTH IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24821818 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under K252040, K944566. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

Z-2306-2019 · Jun 12, 2019 · Terminated
BD Vacutainer PST Blood Collection Tubes, Catalog Number 368035, 368036
Z-2307-2019 · Jun 12, 2019 · Terminated
BD Vacutainer PST Gel and Lithium HeparinN (LH) 56 Units Blood Collection Tubes, Catalog Number 368056

Device details

UDI-DI	`30382903678717`
Brand	BD Vacutainer® Sodium HeparinN (NH) 75 USP Units Blood Collection Tubes
Model	367871
Company	Becton, Dickinson And Company
Product code	JKA · Tubes, vials, systems, serum separators, blood collection
Class	Class 2
FDA submission	K252040, K944566
Implant	No
Rx / OTC	Prescription
Single use	Yes
Sterile	Yes
MRI safety	Labeling does not contain MRI Safety Information
Status	In Commercial Distribution
Record updated	May 22, 2026

Device type (GMDN): Evacuated blood collection tube IVD, anticoagulant

A glass or plastic tube, sealed with a stopper, containing a pre-measured amount of vacuum and an anticoagulant [e.g., sodium heparin, sodium citrate, potassium oxalate, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA)]. It is intended to be used for the collection, and preservation and/or transport, of blood for analysis and/or other investigation (e.g., blood lead, toxicology, nutritional-chemistry, and other plasma chemistry determinations). This is a single-use device.

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Sources and updates

Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.

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