Information about seeking advice & guidance from secondary care to avoid unnecessary referrals and safely obtaining timely and safe management advice. Consultant Connect service. Urgent Connect GP Liaison Service
Speciality: Haematology
Anaemia (Children)

Anaemia is a problem in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells.
Anti-Coagulation Clinic

Atrial fibrillation is the commonest cause for GP referral to anticoagulation services.
B12 and Folate Testing

A diagnosis of vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia can often be made based on symptoms and the results of blood tests.
Ferritin high

High ferritin levels may suggest a disorder that has led to an excess accumulation of iron, resulting in iron overload.
Haemoglobinopathy Screening

“Opportunistic” haemoglobinopathy screening (not including national antenatal or neonatal screening programmes)
Hereditary Thrombophilia Screening

It is suggested that General practitioners DO NOT request Thrombophilia screens without review of this guideline AND discussion with haematology.
Paraproteins

A paraprotein can have many causes—some serious but others unlikely ever to cause any problems.
Primary Care Initiation of Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation (AF)

Guidance and information regarding initiation of DOACs