Error leaves 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
Summary
Errors with machines used to test for diabetes in England have led at least 55,000 people to need new blood tests. Some were wrongly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and given unnecessary medication. The machines, made by Trinity Biotech, produced incorrect results, and the company is working with the UK's health regulator to address the issue.Key Facts
- Errors in diabetes testing machines affected at least 55,000 people in England.
- The affected patients may need additional blood tests due to incorrect results.
- Some people were wrongly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and received unnecessary medication.
- Trinity Biotech made the machines, which were used in 16 hospital trusts.
- An issue with these tests was first reported in April 2024.
- Affected patients will be contacted by their GP or local hospital for repeat testing.
- NHS England reported a 4% increase in type 2 diabetes diagnoses in 2024.
- The issue has caused stress and health issues for some patients, like Vicky Davies, who experienced side effects from wrongly prescribed medication.
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