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Control (Trust users only) See Infection Control policy "Multi-drug resistant bacteria (excluding MRSA): management of infected or colonised patients"
Is the test being used for baseline levels prior to treatment or for follow-up?
Selenium levels are requested whenever a deficiency or toxicity is suspected due to the medical history or clinical signs and symptoms.
Pain in your chest or upper back Pain when you breathe in Severe shortness of breath Coughing up blood Light headedness
Clicking, grating or snapping sounds are sometimes heard or felt with movements of the thumb and wrist.
You should bring your medication or an up to date list of anything you take with you.
To make an ice pack you will need: a plastic bag (without any holes) crushed or cubed ice a small towel, tea towel or cloth Place the ice into the plastic
Please note that laboratory staff are not permitted to discuss specific tests or results with patients; you are advised to contact your GP or consultant
If you agree to have the injection, you will be asked to sit or lie down on a couch or chair.
Radiology investigations, such as MRI or CT scans, can be on either site.
No photography or videos are allowed during the scan.
Avoid wearing a sling if you have a known neck or back complaint.
A PEG tube can be used for short term or long-term use.
bout). has continued irrational or unusual behaviour.
Access TOXBASE and/or contact the National Poisons Information Service (NPIS) on Tel. 0844 892 0111.
A small amount of local anaesthetic, with or without steroids is injected into one or more of the costochondral, joints.
support you have been given, or referred to.
or becomes thick and/or cloudy and does not improve with taking more fluid (if able or advised) you experience lower stomach or back pain you have increased
When your baby is born your midwife or nurse, with your permission, can contact the hospital chaplain or your own religious leader.
You will receive your test results from your hospital consultant or GP, by letter or during a clinic appointment.