Automated Molecular PCR Platform
NHS Blood and Transplant · awarded 18 February 2026
Who
| Buyer | NHS Blood and Transplant Bristol |
|---|---|
| Supplier |
Elitech UK Limited |
| Category | goods |
| Classification | Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) CPV 38000000 |
| Notice published | 18 February 2026 |
What it is for
In May 2023, universal, post-donation screening for HHV-8 antibodies was added to the portfolio of tests required for deceased organ donor characterisation in the UK. Routine pre-donation testing for other required infection markers continue to be performed on an urgent 24/7 basis by a network of UK wide NHS diagnostic laboratories. MSL Virology require a fully automated platform to perform testing for HHV8 DNA in plasma and whole blood samples. MSL Virology also requires a fully automated platform to perform testing for CMV DNA, HEV RNA and HBV DNA in EDTA plasma samples.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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