Molybdenum-99/Technetium99m generators shortage

National Patient Safety Alert: The DHSC has issued a National Patient Safety Alert on the shortage of Molybdenum-99/Technetium99m generators.

Published: 28 October 2024

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has issued a National Patient Safety Alert on the shortage of Molybdenum-99/Technetium99m generators.

There are limited supplies of Molybdenum-99 used to manufacture Technetium-99m generators until mid-November 2024.

The National Patient Safety Alert provides further background, clinical information and actions for providers.