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# BD Suggestions for Microbiology Panel
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/bd-suggestions-for-microbiology-panel/
- Published: 2023-08-31T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T18:54:02.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: Devices, #legacy-id-D5155221

Becton Dickinson says there are several things the Microbiology Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee should consider at its 9/8 meeting to discuss topics related to *in vitro* diagnostic devices used in pandemic preparedness and response. The company [comment letter](https://downloads.regulations.gov/FDA-2023-N-2483-0006/attachment%5F1.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com) makes these recommendations for the panel’s consideration:

- there is a need for clear, consistent guidance and submission prioritization;
- provide clear guidance on what constitutes a “point-of-care” setting in a pandemic to allow critical treatment sites to test patients in these times;
- expand at-home testing for other infectious diseases as appropriate; and
- develop a whole-of-government national testing plan for future pandemics.