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Microbiology Notes Recently renamed as Erythrovirus This test is available for immunity testing in pregnant contacts of suspected Parvovirus infection
This test is used for patients with symptoms suggestive of gastric/duodenal ulcer Endoscopy may be appropriate when results are positive All patients over
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striping - removal of part or all of the lining of diaphragm muscle Bowel resection - removal of part of the large or small bowel Stoma formation - bringing
Different bowel patterns are experienced and you may have any of the following: Frequency of stool Urgency of stool Diarrhoea Fragmentation of stool (this
A member of the team will discuss this with you.
There have been no studies examining the use of nasal fentanyl (NF) or buccal midazolam (BM) to control symptoms at the end of life.
Chemical Pathology Notes Vanillylmandelic acid (VMA) and homovanillic acid (HVA) are indicated for the investigation and monitoring of treatment of
Re-introduction of fibre
Because of the position of this type of line, there is a higher risk of infection than with a neck line and should only be used for 3 to 5 days.
CPE is a strain of these bacteria which have developed a resistance to a group of antibiotics called carbapenems.
On the day of the procedure
Positive in about 90% of patients with generalised disease and in 75% of patients with only ocular symptoms.
How will I get the results of my FNA?
This can cause pain in the side of the chest and shortness of breath.
Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus) is the prime cause of bacterial sore throat If diphtheria is suspected, contact the Consultant Microbiologist
Department of Haematology Notes This test is used to aid the diagnosis of acute leukaemia and high grade lymphomas.
If you have any difficulty accessing this, please speak to a member of ward staff.
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