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Lost in the Bloodstream – A Holistic Approach to Blood Culture Improvement

01 May 2025

Lost in the Bloodstream – A Holistic Approach to Blood Culture Improvement

IBMS, BD and PLMR Healthcomms' new paper, Lost in the Bloodstream – A Holistic Approach to Blood Culture Improvement, brings together the experiences and insights of NHS professionals across the blood culture pathway.

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