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They will decide if you need any tests or if they need to see you or speak with you first.
Refrigerate samples if transport is delayed. Turnaround time Microscopy results on day of receipt Culture results up to 6 days
What if I am pregnant?
If you are not pregnant, the medication should be tried again as instructed.
Please telephone the scan department if you know you will be late.
If you are unable to attend your appointment, we would be grateful if you could contact us as soon as possible.
It is important to let the staff know if you are pregnant or if you think that you may be pregnant.
from a suspected outbreak and give the HP zone number if known Please state if sample is for clearance purposes Storage/transport Transport as soon as
The paediatric dietetic team have developed videos which offer dietary advice if you have a child with dietary needs.
If you develop sickness or a stomach upset, stop taking the potassium citrate.
If you are an insulin pump patient, we would like your BM to be 7mmol/L. Please call your local pump team if you need further advice.
If you wish to know if your appointment will be later than planned, please ask either the receptionist or the nurse supporting the clinic.
Do not use if it is cloudy or discoloured. Check the expiry date (do not use if the date has expired).
Refrigerate samples if transport is delayed.
If you are on a low income or benefits you might be able to reclaim your transport costs to and from the hospital or other NHS premises.
If you have any questions or concerns about the biopsy or if you need advice, please contact the Colposcopy Helpline.
benign, or Radical Prostatectomy if cancer).
If unavoidable, samples can be stored refrigerated overnight.
Notes This test will not be repeated if it has been processed within the last 12 months.