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There is no external quality control (EQA) so we are not able to compare our performance with other laboratories.
If these are negative, a clinical decision has to be made as to whether further investigation is necessary for patient management.
Storage/Transport Send at ambient temperature to the laboratory.
Lipase is not assayed at GHNHSFT but is occasionally sent for analysis to another laboratory when this is appropriate.
Jeremy has an excellent and published track record in quality improvement leading to nationally leading outcomes in these areas.
a National Reference Centre Up to 14 days
Can be used to screen for Myeloma and MGUS, known patients require paraprotein monitoring.
Area of expertise Biopsychosocial approach to pain management for adults and young people; pain medication optimisation; interventional musculoskeletal
Urinary retention Urology patients Renal patients Critical care patients As part of an MRSA screen Positive culture results on CSU specimens need to
Keep cool and send as soon as possible (within 24 hours of completion of collection) to the laboratory for acidification.
Method Prior to the start of this QIP equipment had been changed and E learning videos were made to demonstrate the use of the equipment.
Aim 90% of patients with a fractured NOF to have an effective block within 1 hour of admission to ED by April 2016.
If you need to replace your rescue pack, contact your GP or your practice nurse for an urgent telephone review.
Deliver immediately to the laboratory at room temperature (do not chill).
nappy changes will still be possible, You may wish to bring in baby wipes with you If there is a clinical need for your baby to be washed, this will be
Send at ambient temperature to the laboratory on the day of sample collection.
Send as soon as possible at ambient temperature, to the laboratory (maximum of 8 hours).
Fluoride-oxalate tube (grey top) sent immediately to the laboratory
Further information To learn more about thyroglobulin visit Lab Tests Online.
