Please note reception cannot inform you of your result over the phone.
You can request a printed copy of your results be emailed to you or left at reception. This will be subject to GP approval.
Blood tests can be used in a number of ways such as helping to diagnose a condition, assessing the health of certain organs or screening for some genetic conditions. It involves having a small amount of your blood taken for testing.
Results
Click on your preferred Online Service below to view your test result. To view your test result, you must be registered with the GP surgery and aged 16 or over.
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.
Note: The NHS App allows you to get registered by setting up an NHS account online and without the need to visit the practice.
Alternatively, if you have queries on your test results, you can submit an Online Consultation.
FAQs
Getting your test results
If your tests were requested by another organisation (e.g. hospital consultant), your result will be returned directly to the requestor.
In most cases, if your result is normal, we will not contact you.
You may get your 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 and no results are available in your online services, 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 test.
Why a blood test is done?
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
Preparing for a blood test
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.
Find out more about types of blood tests
