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Send samples 1 and 3 to Microbiology and sample 2 to Chemical Pathology.
and regulatory drivers which include: Equality and Human Rights Commission - codes of practice Human Rights Act 1998 The NHS Equality Delivery System 2
Turnaround time Positive results within 24 hours Monday to Friday 2 - 5 days otherwise
Turnaround times Samples are sent for analysis to a referral laboratory, with results expected back within 2 weeks.
Adult 5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only) Paediatric 1ml Serum Sample Turnaround Times 1 week Time Limit for Add-ons 2
Turnaround time 2 - 4 days
Turnaround time 2–3 days
tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only) Paediatric 1ml Serum sample Turnaround Times 1 week Time Limit for Add-ons 4 days (whilst stored at 2°
SMART Aim: 1) Reduce average time taken to complete a NIPE by 30% in 4 months. 2) Reduce percentage of interruptions and delays to the NIPE process by
Turnaround time Microscopy results on day of receipt Culture results 2 – 3 days
If after 2 to 3 cycles, you are unable to clear any sputum, stop and return to the cycle later.
Beta 2
The primary Cardiolipin antibodies sample is retained for a minimum of 2 weeks at 2°C-8°C.
Change your Teflon cannula every 2 to 3 days, unless otherwise stated. Monitor your glucose levels 2 hours after inserting a new cannula.
Infirmary See also: Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency Sample Requirements 2ml or 4ml EDTA sample, paediatric 1mL EDTA sample Turnaround Times Quantitation: 1-2
You will see each member of the team during your visit so the appointment may take up to 2 hours.
Microbiology Notes The test detects Leptospiral IgM antibodies A rise in antibody titres may take up to 2 weeks following acute infection Urine testing
Sample Requirements DRVVT as part of Lupus Anticoagulant screening only: 2 x 3ml or 3.5ml Trisodium Citrate tubes Turnaround Time DRVVT Testing only:
Pethidine has duration of action of 2–3hours