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Samples should be kept at 4ºC if there is a delay in sending. Please contact the laboratory if in doubt as sample integrity may be affected.
If any of these problems happen, they are normally short lived.
They may predict an unsatisfactory outcome after thymectomy and if negative can exclude thymoma.
What to do if you develop stone symptoms
If any concerns are raised, it is important that these are investigated fully.
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If taken in Cheltenham please allow time for transport to Gloucester.
If you require oxygen therapy then a special oxygen mask that sits over the tube will be provided.
If you have any difficulties
If constipation becomes a problem, please contact your GP as you may need a mild laxative.
This mean that you can contact the EKU directly if you have any concerns.
Iron levels are available in cases of paediatric iron overdose and can be requested urgently if necessary.
Please list the tests of particular interest so that some priority can be given to analysis if plasma volumes are small.
Sample requirements If patient on high dose biotin therapy (>5mg/day) collect sample at least 8 hours after the last dose.
If you are invited, you will receive a letter with information about the survey.
If you need an epidural or there is an unexpected problem with you or your baby, you will be transferred to the delivery suite at Gloucestershire Royal
If the baby is predicted to be Rh D negative, then the mother will not require any prophylactic anti-D in this pregnancy before and after birth.
If your fibroids are not causing any symptoms then treatment is not usually needed.
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