GAZA, May 3, 2026 (WAFA) — Medical sources in Gaza warned of a worsening shortage of laboratory testing materials in medical labs and blood banks, with the deficit reaching 86% of required supplies, while stocks of many items have been completely depleted.

Local health authorities reported that blood gas testing materials have entirely run out at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital laboratory, while remaining supplies in other hospitals are only sufficient for a few more days.

They cautioned that the continued shortage threatens the monitoring of medical conditions, disrupts surgical procedures, and directly impacts emergency and intensive care cases.

M.N