Angie Swift, BSc (Hons), HCPC, MIBMS
Angie is a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) for 12 years with 16 years of laboratory experience who is HCPC registered. She has an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Biochemistry and is a Multidisciplinary BMS in Biochemistry, Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion.
Angie has worked for the NHS analysing potentially infectious samples using a range of highly specialised laboratory procedures, by either manual or automated techniques of varying complexity.
She is an expert in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), ensuring that personal performance complies with ISO 15189, ISO13485 and UKAS. Angie has an awareness of the requirement of Clinical Governance, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Audit and local Health and Safety Policies.
Reviewed Articles:
- Benefits of Hibiscus Tea
- Could You Have a Nightshade Allergy or Intolerance?
- Do You Have A Kiwi Allergy?
- Histamine Intolerance: Symptoms, Foods, Testing & Management
- Is Oat Milk Good for You? Here’s What to Look For
- Mango Allergy – Common Symptoms & Reactions
- Tree Nut Allergy: List of Allergens, Common Symptoms, and Treatment Options
- Celery Allergy: Identifying Symptoms, Triggers and Treatments
- Identifying Salicylate Sensitivity: Symptoms, Causes, and Testing
- Garlic Allergy: Symptoms, Testing Options, and Foods to Avoid
- What is an IgE Blood Test? Purpose, Process, & Types
- Peach Allergy: Pinpointing the Symptoms, Cross-Reactive Foods, Tests and Treatment Options
- Hazelnut Allergy: What are the Symptoms, Tests, and Treatments?
- Apple Allergy: What Are The Symptoms, Testing And Treatment Options?
- Potato Allergy: Signs & Symptoms, Testing, Treatment, and Prevention
- Carrot Allergy: What Are the Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment Options?
- Salmon Allergy: Know The Symptoms, Tests and Treatments
- Which Foods Trigger IBS Flare Ups? 8 Food Groups to Avoid
- 5 Types of IBS Pain and How to Relieve Them
- Celiac Disease vs. Gluten Intolerance vs. Wheat Sensitivity – What Is the Difference?
- Strawberry Allergy Guide to Symptoms, Cross-Reactive Foods, Testing, & Prevention
- Avocado Allergy: Symptoms, Types, Testing, & Management
- Pet Dander Allergy: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
- Food Sensitivity is not the same as Food Allergy?
- What is Gluten and Why Is It Bad for Some People?
- 10 Health Benefits of Coffee
- Can You Have a Beef Intolerance?
- Eggs: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
- Could You Have a Banana Allergy or Sensitivity?
- Chickpea Intolerance or Allergy? Symptoms and Signs
- Is Food Intolerance Making it Difficult for you to Lose Weight?
- Milk allergy vs Milk Intolerance
- Do You Have a Kiwi Allergy?
- Do You Have a Wine Allergy?