Test results

Getting your test results

You may get your blood test results after a few days and usually within a few weeks. The wait time for results can vary depending on the tests performed.

If you do not hear anything after a few weeks, please contact us.

We will talk to you about your results and explain what happens next. If you’re anxious about your results, you can contact us and explain your concerns

If your results do not show anything, you may not need to do anything else. Sometimes you may need other tests, depending on why you had the blood test.

Once a doctor has reviewed your test results, you can view them:

If you are not registered with any of these services, then please register by following the instructions on their respective pages. When you create an account, you’ll need to prove your identity before you can view your test results.  This helps keep your information secure.

Non-urgent advice: Please Note

The NHS App allows you to get registered by setting up an NHS account online and without the need to visit the practice.

Questions about your results

If you want to talk to someone about your results, fill out our test results request form and someone will be in touch.

Private Blood Tests

As a practice we follow the following NHS England guidance regarding requests for blood tests to be done by a private provider:

If a patient has chosen to pay for private healthcare because

a) their treatment is not available on the NHS or
b) they do not wish to be treated on the NHS

they are responsible for paying for all costs, including tests, and the private provider is responsible for managing every aspect of their healthcare (unless the patient chooses to transfer back to the NHS at a later date to continue treatment).

For that reason, private providers should not be asking GPs to arrange any tests that they deem necessary, and intend to use, to make a diagnosis and recommend a course of treatment with.

It is the private provider’s responsibility to arrange tests for patients whose care they are managing, and the patient’s responsibility to pay for them.

FAQs

Test tubes

Understanding why the test is being done can help you feel more prepared and at ease. 

A blood test may be done to:

  • check your general health
  • find out if symptoms you’re having are caused by certain conditions
  • find out if you’re more likely to get a condition
  • find out how well a condition is being treated or managed

The GP, nurse, or specialist should tell you if you need to do anything to prepare for a blood test. 

  • not eat or drink anything other than water (fast)
  • stop taking certain medicines, such as medicines to help prevent blood clots (anticoagulant medicines). Certain medications can interfere with blood test results so it is  important to let your doctor know about all medications you’re taking.
  • Wear loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to your upper arm, where the blood will be drawn from.
  • Let the healthcare professional know if you have a history of fainting or light-headedness during blood draws. They can take steps to minimize the risk.
  • If you’re anxious about needles, let the healthcare professional know. They can offer relaxation techniques to help you cope.
This typically includes your blood test request form and photo ID.
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