You can telephone for results Monday to Friday from 10:00 onwards.

Below is a guide to common tests that are done and the expected time that results are normally back. We understand that waiting for results can often be a worrying time, however it is helpful if you do not call for results before this.

The majority of blood test results are back within a couple of days, however, some tests can take up to a week.


TEST WAIT
Cervical smear 2-3 weeks
Faecal examination 4-7 days
MRI scan report 1-2 weeks
Swab culture and sensitivity 1 week
Ultrasound report 1-2 weeks
Urine examination 4-7 days
Xray report 2-3 weeks