Test results
How to Get Your Test Results
- Online – The quickest and easiest way to view your test results is through the NHS App or SystmOnline.
- By Phone – Call the practice after 1:00 pm, when phone lines are less busy. Please allow at least five working days before calling for most routine test results.
- In Person – You may ask for your test results at reception, but you will need to provide identification.
Your doctor or nurse will inform you how long your test results are likely to take at the time of your test.
Estimated Test Result Times
| Type of Test | Expected Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Blood tests | 2–5 working days |
| Urine & stool samples | 3–5 working days |
| X-rays & ultrasounds | 1–2 weeks |
| MRI & CT scans | 2–4 weeks |
| Biopsy & histology | 4–6 weeks |
“If your results take longer than expected, please contact us for an update.”
Understanding Your Test Results
- If your results are normal, no further action is required, and we may not contact you. You can check your results via the NHS App or by calling the practice.
- If follow-up is needed, a member of our clinical team will contact you. This may be via phone, text message, or an appointment request.
- If you do not hear from us and are still concerned, please contact the practice to check your results.
Please note:
- Reception staff cannot interpret test results but can inform you if the doctor has marked them as normal, borderline, or requiring discussion.
- Some test results may require a follow-up appointment to discuss findings and next steps.
Accessing Test Results for Children & Dependents
- Children under 11 years old – Parents/guardians can receive test results.
- Ages 11–16 – Test results are confidential unless a clinician has granted proxy access.
- Ages 16 and over – Patients must access their own results unless proxy access has been granted.
To request access for a dependent, visit our Proxy Access Information page.
What If You Need Further Tests?
- If your results indicate that further tests are required, we will contact you to arrange a follow-up.
- If you are advised to have repeat tests, please ensure you book them at the correct interval for the most accurate results.
Missed a Call About Your Test Results?
- If a clinician has tried to contact you and you missed the call, check your voicemail or text messages first.
- If no message has been left, please call the practice after 1:00 pm to follow up.
Specialist and Hospital Test Results
- If your test was arranged by a specialist or hospital consultant, your results will be sent directly to them.
- Please contact the hospital department where the test was carried out for your results, as we may not always receive them.
Need Further Advice?
If you have questions about your results, please contact the practice, and we will arrange for a clinician to review them with you if needed.
For more information on test results and managing your health online, visit the NHS App or SystmOnline.
