Information on the legal and regulatory framework of Bone Marrow and PBSC donations.

Information for professionals and Accredited Assessors (AAs) on our regulation of bone marrow and PBSC donation,

There are several situations where independent pathologists attend HTA-licensed establishments to carry out post-mortem (PM) examinations. Visiting pathologists sometimes take or send PM tissue away from the originating establishment for laboratory processing and or analyses. When the laboratory analyses are complete, independent pathologists sometimes store PM tissue on their own premises whilst they await the receipt of disposal instructions from the coroner or police.

Samples may be obtained from deceased infants and children in cases of sudden unexpected death in infancy and childhood (SUDIC), in line with national protocols. This practice may take place in Accident and Emergency departments and other areas of a hospital, for example in special care baby units and paediatric wards.

This policy describes the consent and licensing requirements under the Human Tissue Act (HT Act) for removal of relevant material from the deceased, in these cases.

This page provides a summary of the key pieces of legislation, licensing frameworks, and a brief overview of responsibilities for Designated Individuals (DIs), Named Contacts (ODT sector only), Persons Designated (PDs) and Licence Holders.

Information for Designated Individuals (DIs) and named contacts to understand their role and responsibilities.