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Old 29-08-2021, 10:50   #2116
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Re: Britain outside the EU
There are global supply issues with blood test tubes but challenges at the UK border are not helping.
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NHS blood test tube shortage: Doctors 'facing difficult choices'

There are currently global shortages of blood tube products and company Becton Dickinson - which makes vials for the health service - is among those facing serious supply chain issues.

Becton Dickinson said it had seen record demand for its blood collection tubes in recent months, partly driven by the need for tests for Covid patients. It also said it was facing issues transporting the tubes, for example, challenges at the UK border.

Because of the shortage, the NHS in England and Wales has told surgeries and hospitals to temporarily stop some blood testing - with patients told they will only be able to get tests if they are urgent.

The tests put on hold include those for fertility, allergies and pre-diabetes - and the shortage will likely worsen over the next few weeks and last until mid-September, NHS England said.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58374553
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