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Microbiology Notes The information given here is intended for use by healthcare professionals.

A raised level of platelet associated immunoglobulin is detected in the majority of patients with AITP.

The quality of semen is a vital factor in fertility and for this reason careful examination of a semen sample is of great importance.

It is important that the order sheet (a new one is enclosed with each order indicating the next delivery date) is returned to Pathology Stores at least

It is imperative to track our patient outcomes/quality of life improvement and this is why all patients are entered with their consent onto the British

What is a pressure ulcer?

Think……is a strong campaign that is both highly engaging and memorable.

This is called SCC.

The main biologically active oestrogen is 17ß-oestradiol; this is the form assayed in this laboratory.

The timing is not so critical if the patient is on continuous infusion regime.

What is an allergic reaction?

For full term babies this is at around 4 to 6 weeks. This is because the way babies suck on dummies is different from how they suck on the breast.

What is your day to day role?

In all overdose situations clinicians should first access TOXBASE or contact the NPIS clinician who will indicate if analysis is required.

Assay level interpretation (only pre-dose is required)- aim is to ensure therapeutic levels of teicoplanin are achieved.

Entonox, also known as ‘gas and air’, is a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen and is widely used to help manage pain during labour.

What is a bubble contrast echocardiogram?

Remember, optimising your basal rates is key to optimising your pump. Aim is to keep all glucose levels 4 to 7 or 5 to 8 mmol/L.

Notes This is a screening test for paraproteinaemia. It is carried out in conjunction with serum immunoglobulins.

Strong evidence is lacking and is currently based around expert opinion, consensus and existing guidance / experience.