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If you experience any of the possible complications listed on the next page, it is important that you follow the advice given in the ‘Actions to take column
Hepatoblastoma (very rare in adults) Use AFP in combination with beta-HCG to monitor NSGCT Do not use for metastases to liver Sample requirements If patient on
High ALP levels occur in pregnancy due to placental production and the normal reference ranges do not then apply (levels will be dependent on size of the
Candida, Malasezzia furfur (pityriasis versicolor) and other moulds Pityriasis versicolor is diagnosed solely by microscopy as Malasezzia does not grow on
Sample requirements If patient on high dose biotin therapy (>5mg/day) collect sample at least 8 hours after the last dose.
PTH can be assayed during a parathyroidectomy on an urgent basis (i.e. intra-operative PTH levels) however this must be booked with the laboratory at least
suspected Listeria culture can be performed in cases of intrauterine death, septic abortion and miscarriage Candida sensitivity testing is available on
You can register your decision to be an organ and tissue donor on the Organ Donation Register.
The 111 phone service can also provide advice and book you into local NHS services if needed There's more about urgent advice and care on the NHS Gloucestershire
Blood must ideally be collected on the same day as the lumbar puncture, and within an absolute maximum of 14 days of lumbar puncture, for samples to be
Individuals who are being aggressive or violent will be informed that the camera is recording and the body cams will not be switched on during normal clinical
This incredible technology was featured on BBC Points West news and more than 4,000 patients will benefit every year.
This was filmed in the location where it would be used by staff and included specific instructions on where all necessary parts were located and how to
This small bleed can look alarming; however, the condition on its own is not serious.
What is available will vary dependent on the size and gestation of your baby.
The number can be used at any time of the day or night on any day of the week.
If you have any questions, you can contact a member of the team on the number below.
The information on this page has been adopted from the Scottish Antimicrobial Prescribing Group (SAPG) for Health Improvement Scotland (published October
Implications This needs to continue to be driven forward and the timings adhered to where possible until an alternative to carrying out the procedures on