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Blood transfusion
Information about blood transfusions, including when they're needed, getting consent and what happens during a blood transfusion
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Cytosponge
Find out about what a Cytosponge test involves, why it's used, how to prepare for one, and what to expect
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Colon capsule endoscopy
Information about a new test in Scotland called a colon capsule endoscopy (ScotCap) for people who need to have an examination of their large bowel (colon).
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Patau's syndrome
Patau's syndrome is a genetic condition which causes a number of health issues
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Edwards' syndrome
Edwards' syndrome is a genetic condition which causes a number of health issues
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Young people, immunisations and consent
It’s important you have all the information you need to be able to give informed consent for immunisations. Consent means agreement to the healthcare you're offered.
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Blood tests during pregnancy
During pregnancy you will be offered blood tests which form an important part of your care. They help to protect your health and the health of your baby. Find out what your blood is tested for
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Ultrasound scans during pregnancy
In addition to early and mid-pregnancy scans, you will be offered further scans if there are specific indications to do so. Find out more about these scans
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Screening for infectious diseases
You will be offered a blood test for infections that can affect you and your baby, such as hepatitis B, syphilis and HIV. Find out why you'll be tested for these diseases.
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Early pregnancy scan (booking or dating scan)
The early pregnancy scan is offered between 11 and 14 weeks of pregnancy to check your baby’s development. Find out what this scan can show.