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The Silver course consists of two half days (face to face), followed by three online modules, with the aim of developing improvement teams and working through the initial stages of their improvement initiatives.
Plasma calcitonin is indicated in the investigation and monitoring of medullary carcinoma of the thyroid (MTC).
Chief and Principal Investigators, all other research personnel who have been delegated roles and responsibilities and the staff of the R&D Department who have the function of research governance for our hospitals must adhere to this set of procedures when undertaking research.
Please note that there is approximately 8.7% interference from testosterone and also interference with finasteride treatment – raised results may require follow up with tandem mass spectrometry
Page last updated 15/03/2024
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 a week in advance. Please contact the duty biochemist for further details if access to this service is required.
by Elsa Brew-Girard, Briana Carney and Mark Williams
The change to (Sensitive - increased dose required) recognises that for certain bug / drug combinations an increased dose of an antibiotic should be given to assure the organisms are exposed to adequate concentrations of the antibiotic at the site of infection.
This page gives you information about the main pain relief options available after major surgery. You will probably only need this pain relief for the first few days following surgery. Pain is to be expected after surgery and poor pain relief can increase the risk of complications. Our aim is to make sure that you receive the best possible pain relief. Good pain relief is a high priority, the benefits are: • It can help you to get better. • Your overall experience will be much better. • It can shorten the length of your hospital stay. • It can reduce your risk of complications such as developing a chest infection.