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Thiopurine metabolites

EDTA

Test	Thiopurine metabolites
Common Abbreviations	Thio
Profile	NA
Tube type	EDTA
Clinical Indication	Monitoring of thiopurine drug therapy. Measurement guides dosage, increases drug efficacy and decreases the likelihood of side effects.
Specimen Type	Blood
Sample type	EDTA whole blood
Minimum Volume	4mL
Special Precautions	No special requirements
Stability	Contact Referral Laboratory
Turnaround Time	2 working days
Laboratory	City Hospital Birmingham B18 7QH 0121 507 5345
Reference Interval	Contact Referral Laboratory
Limitations	Contact Referral Laboratory
Notes

Update for visitors

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The following wards are closed to visitors:

York Hospital: Ward 29 and Ward 37.

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.