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Getting my results

Although results may be available more quickly, in general please allow a 10-14 day period for the results of your x-ray or scan to be ready for the clinical team who requested the test. If you are worried that there has been a delay in you getting the result, please contact the team who made the request.

Families

We hope this website provides a helpful source of reliable information for families with babies and infants up to 36 months. The information shared is guided by the latest up to date research on infant and parent relationships, child development and mental health, and neuroscience. This includes how to understand babies and how to develop

Understanding My Results

Understanding My Results Understanding your results and what happens next. Your Results Negative Result Positive Result Inconclusive Result About My Test Breast Screening Things to Help

Assessing Chest Infection Treatment Response

In treating chest infections, the study determined what indicators are useful for assessing treatment response. The study investigated treatment response in those that were treated with intravenous antibiotic  therapy (antibiotics delivered into the veins) In this study 8 indicators were considered; sputum colour; 24 hour sputum volume; spirometry (that is breathing tests); blood tests (white cell count and

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The NHS Lothian website is comprised of multiple sections each with their own unique search engines. If you aren't finding what you're looking for, our other sections may hold the information you require.

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NHS Lothian

The main section for NHS Lothian. Includes information on hospitals and locations, what to do in emergencies, our waiting times, your rights, immunisations and how to volunteer.
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NHS Lothian News and Media

News & Media

The News section for NHS Lothian. Latest news and updates for patients and the media, plus pages celebrating our annual staff awards 'Celebrating Success'.
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NHS Lothian Our Services

Our Services

Information on Dentists, GPs, Opticians, Pharmacies and an A-Z of healthcare services provided by NHS Lothian.
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Our Organisation

Details of our NHS Board, strategies, accounts, planning, key documents and Freedom of Information requests.
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NHS Lothian Policy Online

Policy Online

The repository for all NHS Lothian policies, procedures, guidelines, forms, charts, and patient information leaflets.
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NHS Lothian Staff

Staff

Information for our Staff including Staff Benefits, Staff Networks, Staff Support and Professional Education sites.
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NHS Lothian Apps

Apps

Standalone NHS Lothian websites, including Online Payments and RefHelp: instant access to referral guidelines for GPs and clinicians.
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NHS Lothian Careers

Careers

NHS Lothian offers a huge range of career prospects and a wide range of job, training and development opportunities.
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