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Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 1 May 1997

Vol. 478 No. 6

Written Answers. - Supply of Factor VII.

Mary Harney

Question:

73 Miss Harney asked the Minister for Health if he will take the necessary steps to ensure that there is a sufficient supply of Factor VII concentrate available for surgical procedures in hospitals. [11784/97]

Limerick East): Factor VII is a rare factor concentrate which is prescribed by haematologists on a named patient basis. I am informed by the Blood Transfusion Service Board that a sufficient supply of Factor VII product is available to cover anticipated demands from clinicians.

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