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Test results

Some tests results take longer to come back than others, the table below shows the approximate time it will take for your results to be received by the surgery.

Blood7 working days
Urine3 working days
Stool7 working days
X-ray10 working days
Endoscopy14 working days
Ultrasound10 working days
Sigmoidoscopy14 working days

Getting your test results

If your test results show that you need more tests or treatment, we will contact you.

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

Or by phoning us on 01594 510225, after 11am

We have a strict policy regarding confidentiality and data protection. In this respect, we will only give out results to the person they relate to unless that person has given prior permission for their release or if they are not capable of understanding them.

The reception staff are not clinically trained to interpret test results, and can only advise you of the information the doctor has entered on screen, therefore it is your responsibility to check them and make any necessary appointments.

If you haven’t already, you may wish to register for online services.

Questions about your results

If you want to talk to someone about your results, please phone us on 01594 510225.

Related information

Find out more about the NHS App

Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 2 October 2025