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This flow chart sets out the procedure to follow if you need to order a microbiology test urgently or out of hours. Please note this guidance only applies to hospital staff.
The exception to this is blood cultures, which should be sent when clinically indicated. Normal laboratory hours are 08:00 to 20:30, Monday to Sunday.
For all other tests, please discuss with the duty microbiologist on x5685 between 09:00 Monday to Friday or via the switchboard out of hours.
Dalian Beaver, the newly appointed General Manager of Cellular Pathology, embodies the power of resilience, determination, and continuous self-improvement. Her journey from a young immigrant navigating a new education system to a senior leader in the NHS is nothing short of inspiring. With nearly two decades of experience in biomedical science and management, Dalian’s story is a testament to the transformative impact of hard work, ambition, and an unwavering self-belief.
SWLP is spearheading a revolutionary digital pathology project aimed at enhancing diagnostic accuracy and reducing turnaround times for patients. This innovative initiative, which spans multiple hospitals across south west London, is part of a broader national programme designed to modernise cellular pathology services and improve cancer diagnostics. The project will go live in July.
Following a lengthy procurement process, the new SWLP courier contract has been awarded to eCourier, which is part of the Royal Mail group.
This month, the clinical blood sciences laboratory at St George’s Hospital welcomed a group of young people for a tour of the lab. The young visitors are part of the Children and Young People’s Council at the Trust and are regular patients who have frequent blood tests and blood transfusions.