Intergenerational Report 2023 – Opportunities for Pathology Technology and an Australian Wellness Economy
The recent Intergenerational Report published by the Federal Government highlights the trend of Australia’s aging population and increased cost-pressures on Health expenditure. This increased demand for high-quality care services will require continued investment in improvements on how we deliver those services. This call for improved efficiency reminds us of the dramatic efficiency dividend delivered in…
National Action Plan Released
We are thrilled to announce the release of the Action Plan aimed at establishing a strong domestic diagnostics manufacturing ecosystem in Australia. This collaborative effort with MTP Connect signifies a crucial step towards enhancing health security and reinforcing supply chain resilience. The comprehensive report can be accessed here: ADAPT Diagnostics Final Report The timing of this…
Vale Professor Mary-Louise McLaws
It is with great sadness I commemorate the passing of a friend, not only to PTA but to every Australian who valued her calm, clear and logical communications during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mary-Louise passed away on Saturday with her husband, Richard, and children, Zia and Zachary, by her side. As many of you will know,…
World Kidney Day
Did you know that technology for testing kidney function and health, such as those from one of our members Sysmex Corporation can also help reduce our use of antibiotics? This World Kidney Day we are celebrating the role technology plays in reducing the health-burden and improving the lives of those at-risk of, or experiencing kidney disease, or…
Post Market review of COVID-19 TEST kits
Please see media release from TGA. Please click here to read the full media release
Busselton Ironman
To prevent the local emergency room from being overwhelmed with unwell athletes, Radiometer loaned a blood gas instrument, its related accessories and an associate to assist the Busselton Ironman competition in Western Australia.Radiometer agreed to help when the medical officer in charge of the Busselton Ironman and the local hospital medical doctor asked us to support their event….
APS (Antiphospholipid Syndrome)
Our story is about a patient named April. April was diagnosed with APS (Antiphospholipid Syndrome) following her 39th birthday, after experiencing two miscarriages. APS is a relatively common finding for couples who struggle with pregnancy loss. It is thought that 10-20% of women with multiple pregnancy losses suffer from APS. APS is a thrombotic immunological condition where…
Rapid Tests
Recent commentary questioning the performance of rapid antigen tests (RATs) against subvariants of Omicron is dangerously misleading and risks undermining Australia’s public health response according to Pathology Technology Australia https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-07-29/rat-manufacturer-rapid-tests-covid-inaccurate-pcr/101282486
TGA delays the IVDR Deadline to May 2023
The European IVDR device registration changes impact IVDs manufactured in Europe. These changes bring medical device quality certification, registration into line with practices already adopted in other parts of the world (especially north America and Australia).
