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May be used to monitor disease activity. The main antigen for c-ANCA is proteinase-3 (PR3), which is a serine protease found in primary granules.
EBV viral loads are normally measured in immuno-compromised patients in accordance with agreed protocols or at the suggestion of the laboratory CMV may be
Sample requirements Check swab expiry date before use (Date is in YYMMDD format) The vesicle should be de-roofed and the swab ground into the base of the
This test would only be added onto a sample following discussion with a Consultant Haematologist. Please note, usually a fresh sample is required.
Samples should be transported to the laboratory with minimal delay. Turnaround time 2 - 4 days
Nathwani- Paediatric Consultant with an interest in Allergy Helen Smith- Paediatric Respiratory Nurse Specialist How could or a child or young person be
In many cases, our patients continue to be cared for by the same Consultant when they move to adult care.
at all levels across the organisation to help us ensure we are on track to meet our objectives and to spot problems at an early stage so that they can be
Please be reassured that if there are any concerns, we will discuss them with you in an open and sympathetic manner.
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Our aim is to ensure that you continue to receive your prescriptions as usual but if there is any risk of reduced supply, plans to address this will be
Documented handovers will be scored against set criteria; we aim to improve scores by 30% in the first three months following the introduction of a new
Haemorrhagic Fever Sample requirements 4ml of blood taken into an EDTA tube AND 8.5ml of blood taken into a plain gel tube Stool or urine samples may also be
The Glass House Café can be found in St. Paul's Wing.
All cancer treatment and services are continuing as usual, but maintaining patient safety is a priority and changes may be necessary as the situation evolves
These changes could be early warning signs of deterioration.
When we are unable to attend home births, people will be invited in to their local midwife-led unit.
please inform the Infection Control team as soon as possible and ensure that the patient is isolated until the diagnosis is clarified Suspected cases can be
Samples should be transported to the laboratory with minimal delay. Turnaround time Negative 1 - 2 days Positive 2 - 3 days
PCR) can be performed on serum or EDTA blood samples. Please discuss with the laboratory.