Behind every report is science, teamwork, and patient-centred decision making.
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🔍 Not every infection is visible
🧪 Not every sample grows
⏳ Some tests need hours, whereas others need days.

A simplified journey looks like this:
1️⃣ Sample is collected (e.g. blood, urine, swab)
2️⃣ We culture/test it using specialist techniques & technology
3️⃣ We identify any organisms present
4️⃣ Test which antibiotics might work (if needed)
5️⃣ We issue a report to clinical teams to support treatment decisions

If you’d like to support the NUH Microbiology team, you can still donate here:
🔗 movember.com/t/nottingham...

Thank you to everyone who’s contributed, every pound makes a difference. 💙

Here’s a look at some of the brilliant moustaches grown and moustache cakes baked this year 👇

And PS… don’t miss the Hungry Caterpillar moustache 🐛✨
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We're here to educate, inspire and help everyone feel more confident about how microbiology supports patient care. And we'd love to hear from you!

So please let us know what you’d love to learn about microbiology!

🧫🔬 Follow along to learn, ask and explore!
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On this account, we’ll be sharing:
• What actually happens inside a microbiology lab
• Science & myth-busting, including infection & antibiotic education
• Career paths/staff roles
• Technology and testing insights
• Questions welcome (no personal medical advice