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Clotted blood. (No patient preparation or special handling required)
by Irene Stratton
Dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS) is an androgen primarily produced by the adrenal cortex, with only small amounts produced by the ovaries in women and testes in men. DHEAS provides an assessment of adrenal function and is indicated in:
Dr Monro has been working as a Consultant in the trust since 2004.
Coagulation normal ranges for neonates are based on gestational age and postnatal age. See reference ranges.
Like other areas across the country, Gloucestershire is seeing a sharp increase in Flu and other respiratory illnesses and this is being reflected in the number of people coming to our hospitals.
Some people are particularly vulnerable to the effects of cold weather. With cold temperatures forecast, we can support our community by looking out for those who may struggle at home or face challenges getting out during this time
Note: levels of IGF-1 may be low with anorexia or malnutrition.
by Allysun Gore
by Natalie Gaskell
Falls are not an inevitable part of ageing. Simple changes to your lifestyle and living environment can significantly reduce the risk of you falling.
More than 12,000 people in the UK lost their lives waiting for a transplant in the past decade
You have been referred this page because it is suspected that you have a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT).
This page gives information for people who suffer from vasovagal syncope (fainting).
by Jo Harvey
Kidney cancer, also called renal cancer, is a type of cancer that starts in the kidneys.
Cancer of the vulva is a rare cancer and it can affect anyone that has a vulva. Vulva is the name given to the skin outside of the body that surrounds the opening of the vagina. This cancer mainly affects older women above the age of 65 years.
We are proud to support Dementia Action Week 2025, running from 19–25 May, with this year’s national focus on promoting timely and accurate dementia diagnoses.
by Jade Edwards