Updates
Update, 13 April
Published: 13 April 2020
Incorrectly packaged samples causing confusion
The Laboratory is receiving blood science (biochemistry, haematology and blood transfusion) samples in blue microbiology bags from ITU and ED at Good Hope and Heartlands.
This is causing significant confusion and potential delays to results, as blue microbiology bags are transported to QEHB for analysis.
Please ensure you are packaging the correct samples in the correct bags to avoid unnecessary delays.
Contacting the radiology registrar or consultant
The usual way of contacting the radiology registrar or consultant for advice/urgent imaging has been simplified.
Diagnostic Radiology
These numbers are manned 24/7 for Diagnostic Radiology.
| Location | Telephone | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham | 0121 371 4295 | 24/7 |
| Heartlands and Solihull hospitals | 0121 424 3289/0121 424 0345 | 24/7 |
| Good Hope Hospital | 0121 424 9159 | 24/7 |
Interventional Radiology
These numbers are manned seven days a week during the times listed below. Outside of the these hours, please contact the Interventional Radiology consultant via Switchboard.
| Location | Telephone | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Good Hope, Heartlands and Solihull hospitals | 0121 424 0366 | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham | 0121 371 2291 | 08:00 – 20:00 |