South West London Pathology (SWLP) is moving to a new managed service contract with provider Leica Biosystems for its Cellular Pathology services. Leica is a global leader in anatomic pathology solutions with a mission of advancing cancer diagnostics.
The contract will begin to be rolled out from 23 September, subject to a successful IT upgrade.
The new contract brings increased automation to Cellular Pathology, leading to more standardised and process-driven services. Long term, this will enhance turnaround times for Cellular Pathology services across all disciplines. Greater automation and standardisation will also help reduce the risk of human error.
With the introduction of cutting-edge technology, the Cellular Pathology team will be able to pursue more innovative approaches.
If you have any questions about this change or would like to find out more about the new equipment, please email SWLPComms@stgeorges.nhs.uk.