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BMA Resident Doctors’ Industrial action – 7 April to 13 April and temporary changes to Cheltenham A&E
Total bilirubin forms part of the liver function test profile as a marker of biliary obstruction. The test is also used to assess neonatal hyperbilirubinaemia.
See also: Allergy: Total IgE
Clotted blood.
From 7/11/22, continuing building work at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital is likely to cause significant disruption and possible queues around the GRH site.
Always consider Viral Haemorrhagic Fever (eg. Ebola) as part of the differential diagnosis in patients with unexplained fever following return from an area of risk. All patients must be risk assessed for VHF before any Pathological specimens are taken.
Adult
This is a reference laboratory investigation – tests performed in Southmead Hospital (NBT) Microbiology Department. Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory. The information given here is intended for use by healthcare professionals. We recommend monitoring chloramphenicol levels in all patients who are being treated with chloramphenicol for suspected or confirmed bacterial meningitis There may be other circumstances when chloramphenicol levels may be useful – please discuss any other requests with the duty Consultant Microbiologist
You have been referred this page because you have a soft tissue injury to your wrist or hand.
Clotted blood. (No patient preparation or special handling required).
We are hosting 2 iftar events in Ramadan 2026 please let us know which one you can join us for, or if you would like to attend both please indicate below.
Microbiology – Molecular testing
This page provides you with information and advice about services that may be able help you if you are homeless or at risk of being homeless.
by Hugh Wheatley
Samples are routinely examined for a range of pathogens including Listeria.
It is essential that your bowel is empty for this investigation. In order for your bowel to be empty please follow the instructions below.
Diabetes and pregnancy Read this page if you have been diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM). This page explains what GDM is, how it is treated and how it may affect your pregnancy.
by Chelcie Griffiths-Mead
