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clinics and glaucoma clinics, we work alongside consultant ophthalmologists to assess, diagnose, monitor and recommend treatment to patients, so you may be
Hepatitis E virus investigations are only performed when specifically requested and when appropriate cclinical details are provided Sample processing may be
This test can be added on to a previous request as long as there is sufficient sample remaining and the sample is less than 48 hours old.
swab Samples for Pseudomonas aeruginosa screening are normally repeated every week for patients in NICU Screening for other organisms of concern can be
This test is used to detect response to vaccine This may be a surrogate marker of immune compromise Sample requirements Serum - paired samples not required
PCR) can be performed on an EDTA blood sample. Please discuss with the laboratory.
They will be assigned to the ward or area where they are most needed on the day.
We diagnose and manage patients who present with double vision which may be associated with an underlying medical condition such as diabetes, high BP,
preparation or special handling required) Adult 5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only) Paediatric 1ml serum Sample Can also be
This test is the best way to diagnose acute Legionella infection It should be performed as early as possible after diagnosis of pneumonia Legionnaires'
If it is difficult to open your bowels or your stool is hard, you may be constipated.
Chlamydia trachomatis antibodies are tested to exclude Chlamydia as a cause of female sub-fertility Chlamydia trachomatis antibodies may be of value in
If unavoidable, samples can be refrigerated overnight. Required information Relevant clinical details, including the reason for the request.
Going home When you arrive on the ward, your nurse will tell you how long we expect your stay in the hospital to be.
Microbiology New positive hospital cases will be notified by the Infection Control team The following sites are screened:rectal swab urine
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As a result, the waiting times for urgent care can often be longer than we would like.
The unit is extremely portable and can easily be moved across different departments to support a range of patients with sensory processing conditions.
This is called a Pulmonary Embolism (PE) and can be very serious.
Smoking is an addiction, and it can be difficult to stop, but it’s never too late to quit.