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You will be given information about where you can have the blood tests taken and who will be checking the results.
It will be an emotional day for Adrian and his wife Sharon.
If this happens a catheter will be placed into the bladder. The catheter will be left inside the bladder to allow time for the hole to heal.
Who will be present at my appointment?
Access to the Emergency Department will be on foot on the path next to the helipad.
testing, a further sample 4 weeks after the date of contact will be required Sample requirements Serum - paired samples may be required 8.5ml of blood
Otherwise, the results will not be accurate.
You will be able to continue to eat and drink normally.
There will be a small dressing placed over the injection site which can be removed after 12 hours.
The test can be ordered as an urgent request.
If unavoidable, sample can be stored refrigerated overnight.
How will the procedure be carried out?
a private, well lit area where you will not be disturbed during your consultation
The test can be ordered as an urgent request. Reference ranges
Skin) would be tested out of scope.
Speak to your GP if you are unsure if you should be driving. Further information can be found at: www.gov.uk/drug-driving-law
Your treatment may need to be interrupted to allow for dental treatment to be done.
You will not be rushed.
When they are awake you will be able to be with them again. You will be able to take them home later that afternoon.
Your adult can stay right by you all night so you don’t have to be on your own if you don’t want to be.