Medical Collection System.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 December 2004

Tuesday, 14 December 2004

Questions (103)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Question:

124 Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if, further to Question No. 204 of 20 October 2004, the health boards have completed their evaluation of the implications of introducing an appropriate system for the collection of bodily fluids; if not, when she anticipates the evaluation will be completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33219/04]

Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children (Ms Harney)

Discussions with health board officials have taken place regarding the methods of collection of blood and other samples from general practitioner practice premises. A number of differing methods are in operation which the health boards will take into account in their evaluation.