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You will be given a copy of your consent form to keep, this will be valid for the duration of the treatment stated in the form.
Your vision may be blurred after the operation.
There may be swelling or a firm lump at the painful spot.
If you are unwell while pregnant and need emergency treatment, you may be transferred to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital where you will be cared for by
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
The test can be ordered as an urgent request.
Blood must ideally be collected on the same day as the lumbar puncture, and within an absolute maximum of 14 days of lumbar puncture, for samples to be
be used for non-GIT malignancy.
The situations in which it would be beneficial are infrequent in the department.
Any sample displaying these factors cannot be processed and will be rejected Sample requirements Maternal EDTA tube - 6mL Maternal Serum tube - 6mL
Let us know of any equipment you use at home to help you as it may be that this can be also used in hospital.
Speak to your GP if you are unsure whether you should be driving. Further information can be found at: www.gov.uk/drug driving-law
Treatment will be given if your symptoms get worse.
Your consultant will be able to discuss this with you in more detail.
by NHS England and can be found from here.
Anti-inflammatory gels can be applied directly to an affected joint but should be used with caution if you are already taking oral NSAIDs.
It may be useful to bring a relative or friend with you as you will be given lots of information and it may be good to have another person to talk it over
The form needs to be completed, signed and submitted to your line manager for review.
Samples must not be taken within 4 - 6 weeks of a blood transfusion.