Bringing together a wealth of knowledge in the field, Alpha Laboratories will be hosting a Faecal Testing Day, in Birmingham on Thursday 1 November, 2012. Join us and you will hear first hand the latest information on Faecal Occult Blood, Faecal Immunochemical and Calprotectin Testing for Digestive Health Management.

A comprehensive programme will be presented by five esteemed speakers, all experts in their field:
Calprotectin analysis in the UK - Where are we now? -Ms. Jane French- UKNEQAS
Measurement of Faecal Haemoglobin - an analytical challenge? - Prof. Stephen Halloran, Consultant Clinical Biochemist
Faecal markers of GI tract inflammation - Dr. Roy Sherwood, Consultant Clinical Biochemist
Faecal Haemoglobin- an essential test for all laboratories - Prof. Callum Fraser, Consultant Clinical Biochemist
Determination of Disease Activity in IBD: Mucosal Healing- what, why and when- & Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Dr. Arne Roseth , Consultant Gastroenterologist, Norway

The event would be beneficial to all Gastroenterologists and Professionals in Laboratory Medicine, providing an ideal opportunity to discuss recent ideas and updates in the world of Faecal Testing with colleagues from other hospitals.

The Faecal Testing Day has received IBMS CPD creditation worth 6 points. Credits will also be awarded by the Royal College of Pathologists.