We will usually get your results in one or two weeks, but it depends on the circumstances and type of test you have.
An approximate number of working days for tests arranged by the surgery:
- Blood tests – two to seven working days unless otherwise advised
- X-Ray – 10 working days (but can take longer)
- Urine test – seven working days
- Stool (poo) test – seven working days
- Smear test – two to three weeks
- Ultrasound – if ‘routine’ within six weeks, if urgent within two weeks
- Cancer investigations – one week
- For investigations ordered by a hospital, please ask at the hospital how they intend to provide the result to you.
If you’re having a test for more than one condition, the results may come back at different times.
