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Concerns If you are unwell and need medical help, please call 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk If you are not unwell, but you feel you are struggling to cope at
This will confirm the woman’s blood group and identify if she is Rh D positive or Rh D negative, and if Rh D negative, the woman will be offered cffDNA
The nurse will want to know if you have any allergies or if you have had any bad reactions to any medications.
What if the birth unit I have chosen is busy on the day I go into labour?
Refrigerate samples if transport is delayed. Turnaround time Microscopy results on day of receipt Culture results 2 - 4 days
What will happen if I have a third or fourth degree tear?
If transport is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Turnaround time 2 - 5 days
As of this morning (Tuesday 14 May), if you’re over the age of 18 you will be able to view your appointment letters and details in our brand new Patient
If you have any problems or questions, please contact the Radiology Nurses.
What if I forget to take a dose?
If a random glucose is >11.0 mmol/L diabetes is likely.
CK may be falsely low if the sample is collected too early or too late post MI.
What if I am due for a period at the time of the appointment?
The nurse will want to know if you have any allergies or if you have had bad reactions to any medicines.
The nurse will also ask if you have any allergies or have had any reactions to medicines or foods. You will be asked if you want sedation.
An appointment will be made for you if needed.
If they are still in pain contact your dentist for advice.
What will happen if I agree to have the test?
If you have any questions, please contact your GP.
They will carry out wound care if needed.
