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If unavoidable, samples can be stored refrigerated overnight.
Smaller volumes down to a minimum of 50 µl can be tested, but assay sensitivity may be reduced.
The assessment will highlight any areas of your skin that may be vulnerable or any damage that may already be present.
May be inadequate in some people
A local anaesthetic will be used to numb the area to be operated on. This will sting briefly while the anaesthetic is injected into the skin.
A probe will be placed on your abdomen. During the scan, sound waves will be sent from the probe in pulses.
Please be aware that storage space is limited.
All BMS staff should be able to help with any technical queries. Senior BMS staff will also be able to offer interpretation of incomplete reports.
You will also be introduced to different bolus advisors.
No further treatment will be needed.
For blood thinning medications (anticoagulants) separate advice will be given.
Patient Preparation The test can be performed at the patient's surgery.
All responses will be anonymous and any information provided will be used sensitively and stored securely.
The requesting clinician will be emailed once a report is available on PAS.
The Woodcast® will be applied gently to your limb and held in place by a bandage which will be wrapped around the entire length of the splint.
until Spring 2024 when a further review will be undertaken.
All suspected cases of measles should be discussed urgently with the UKHSA Health Protection Team – diagnosis can also be confirmed by taking and testing
Advice will also be available through local NHS social media channels.”
Our nurses in Gloucestershire continue to give exceptional care in difficult circumstances and I couldn’t be prouder.
Chemical Pathology Notes Please note: this test may only be requested by the endocrine consultants at GHNHSFT 11-Deoxycortisol may be indicated in the
