Thomson Fertility Centre (TFC) has accepted the Ministry of Health’s findings and its IVF processes have been tightened to prevent reoccurrence, says Thomson Medical Centre.
New protocols have been put in place at TFC include the handling only one sperm specimen on the same laboratory bench or work area at one time, and disposing pipettes after every use; implementing an appointment system to manage the inflow of specimens; and enforcing counterchecks at all critical steps.
Early this month, MOH conducted a full investigation to identify the cause of a mix-up in an in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment at the centre, resulting in the baby having a different DNA from the supposed father.
TFC was also suspended from conducting all new assisted reproduction (AR) activities at TFC. The centre was also ordered to stop admitting patients for any new AR procedures, including sperm collection and processing.
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