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For a full Thrombophilia screen: 4 x 3ml or 3.5ml Trisodium Citrate samples (for Protein S, Protein C, ATIII, DRVVT) 1 x 5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml
You have aortic or cerebral aneurysm (swollen or weakened blood vessel). You have high blood pressure which is not controlled by medicine.
samples only Fill the plastic pipette with voided urine to between the two lines Transfer urine to the transport medium tube Do not use for virology or
You can bring a friend or relative with you if you need help dressing.
If you have any allergies or have had bad reactions to any medication or other tests, please tell the nurse and/or doctor.
TRALI is a diagnosis made by exclusion where other causes are not apparent and there has been a recent transfusion of blood or plasma.
Sample Requirements 4ml EDTA or, preferrably, a clotted serum sample (5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube) OR The same EDTA sample may be
You must NOT lock the bathroom or toilet door or make yourself inaccessible to the person looking after you.
breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant. have kidney or liver problems.
This means you may go: directly home or to your local community hospital or a specialist centre for further care and rehabilitation We understand this
We might also give you advice or equipment to help you increase your physical activity.
equipment or a photo journey.
Treatment options vary depending on the size, location and stage of the cancer but generally include radiotherapy or surgery, or a combination of both.
or community group.
You can donate online or by cheque, raise funds on JustGiving and MuchLoved, or choose to support the fund as a business or community group.
For this period of time, you should not: drive a car, motorbike or ride a bicycle. drink alcohol. operate machinery or do anything requiring skill or judgment
If the mask or hose gets damaged or broken, please contact the Lung Function Department to arrange a replacement.
Serious or frequently occurring risks If a biopsy is taken or a polyp removed it can lead to bleeding or a perforation (a tear) of the bowel.
The laboratories cannot discuss treatment, give test results or any personal information directly to patients or patient's relatives.
Examples include you having a partner for the first time or a change of partner.