Blood tests and other investigations like x-rays and scans requested by surgery staff will all be looked at by the GPs and filed in the records. If they are abnormal or further conversations needs to be had, you will be written to or a text message is sent to you to arrange an appointment.
A vast majority of results however will be filed as:
- “Normal”
- “Satisfactory”
- “Abnormal, but expected”
- “Abnormal, no action”
This is because the doctor has looked at the results and has deemed them to be normal or very close to normal range and hence no further action needs to be taken, or that they are abnormal in the abnormal range but expected given your medical conditions, age, medications etc or that you are already on the correct antibiotics. Doctors’ comments on your results are very specific for your medical history, and any need for further management will be communicated to you.
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:
- in your NHS account (through the NHS website or NHS App)
- in your SystmOnline account
- via askmyGP
- by phoning us on 01473 741 349 after midday
The practice has a strict policy regarding confidentiality and data protection and we will only release test results to the person to whom they relate unless that person has given prior permission for the release of this data or they are not capable of understanding the results.
When you take your test you will be told how long it will be before the results are returned to the practice. It is your responsibility to check your results and to make an appointment to discuss them with your doctor if you are advised to do so.