Rory's Lab Tour at NHS Dumfries and Galloway

On Friday 13 June, the team at NHS Dumfries and Galloway welcomed a very special guest to the Blood Science laboratories. Perhaps one of their most prepared young visitors, Rory arrived wearing a lab coat he had brought from home!

Rory has idiopathic uveitis, a rare inflammatory eye condition that affects the middle layer of the eye. This can cause irritation, blurred vision, and in some cases, limited sight. Although his condition means he faces extra challenges, nothing held Rory back from enjoying everything the tour had to offer.

 

 

A love of science that shines

From the moment he stepped into the lab, Rory threw himself into every activity with excitemenet. With the support of biomedical scientist Gayle Johnstone, he learned to use a pipette, created his own superhero blood, and even came up with new lab names for the day. Rory became Bio Boy, while Gayle was officially renamed Chem Girl.

Rory showed real talent during the activities. He helped keep the platelets moving, searched for hidden emojis under the microscope, and worked through his eye spy sheet. He also learned where his blood samples go after they are taken and about the analysers that help produce his test results. This information will be really helpful the next time he comes in for blood tests.

 

 

A future scientist in the making

Rory’s love of science was clear throughout the visit. He was curious, focused and full of energy. He asked great questions and approached each activity with interest and confidence. It was a joy to see his passion for science come to life.

The team at NHS Dumfries and Galloway were delighted to welcome Rory and his family to the lab. The tour was filled with smiles, laughter and learning, and the experience left a lasting impression on everyone involved.

We can't wait to see where Rory’s curiosity takes him next!