2 Hong Kong labs linked to suspected cross-border smuggling of blood samples

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Edith LinJanuary 21, 2026 at 05:44 PM

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Hong Kong health authorities are investigating the suspected illegal smuggling of blood samples from mainland China into Hong Kong for fetal gender testing. The investigation was triggered by media inquiries regarding social media promotions arranging blood draws for pregnant mainland women. The Department of Health has referred two Hong Kong laboratories, NovaGene Diagnostic Laboratory Limited and Zentrogene Bioscience Laboratory Limited, to the Medical Laboratory Technologists Board for potential action against registered technologists. The department has also notified mainland authorities about the case. The investigation centers on potential violations of regulations requiring referrals from registered medical practitioners for medical diagnostic tests.

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NovaGene Diagnostic Laboratory Limited 60% Zentrogene Bioscience Laboratory Limited 60% Mainland China ×270% Medical Laboratory Technologists Board ×270% Department of Health ×480% Hong Kong ×290%

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Hong Kong

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