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Chemical Pathology Notes Beta-hydroxybutyrate (BOHB, also known as 3- hydroxybutyrate) is a ketone body produced when glucose cannot be used as a fuel
As with stitches, removal of the staples should be arranged with your GP or practice nurse.
Random samples can be used in neonates for the identification of inborn errors of metabolism.
Your other belongings will be taken to the ward while you have your surgery. Please let us know if there is anything that needs to be locked away.
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The butterfly symbol may be on the patient’s medical notes. Please let us know if you do not wish this to be used for you cared-for person.
The next step in your treatment will be decided according to your response to the injections. Any further appointments will be posted to you.
Please be reassured that if you need to be seen by your Clinical Nurse Specialist or doctor, an appointment can be arranged quickly or the team may advise
Gloucestershire Hospitals will be lighting up its buildings in a spectacular way this evening (5 May 2020) to mark International Day of the Midwife.
For patients on flecainide, therapeutic monitoring can be helpful especially in patients with liver or kidney disease as elimination of the drug may be
All responses will be anonymous and any information provided will be used sensitively and stored securely.
The severity of poisoning cannot be assessed from plasma salicylate concentrations alone and clinical and biochemical features should be taken into account
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If there is any concern that there may be a more serious injury, you will be contacted.
To help achieve this goal, the NHS is offering free testing to those who might be at risk.
These appointments will be arranged every 3 months until your baby is 2½ years old.
Radiotherapy's late effects can be mild and not cause problems for you or they can be more severe and affect how you live.
The 5th day of treatment must be the day of your surgery.
Please remember the injured joint must not be allowed to bend at all.
The information will be kept confidential and access will only be available to authorised Hub staff.
