BD BACTEC Blood Culture Media Bottles Shortage
In response to the current shortage of BD BACTEC blood culture media bottles, NE ASAP has compiled essential resources and updates to keep healthcare professionals informed. On this page, you will find the latest information, guidelines, algorithms, and resources to help navigate the shortage effectively.
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UPDATES AND RESOURCES:
FDA Communication:
BD Websites for Updates and Communication:
Blood Culture Diagnostic Stewardship Resources:
Nebraska Medicine – Blood Culture Utilization Guidance
Nebraska Medicine – Initial Blood Culture Algorithm
Nebraska Medicine – Follow Up Blood Culture Algorithm
CDC – Diagnostic Excellence: A New Quality Tool to Prevent Blood Culture Contamination – YouTube
NE ICAP – Slides: 25 Questions and Answers about Blood Culture Stewardship
NE ICAP – Recording: 25 Questions and Answers about Blood Culture Stewardship
