Getting your test results
As your GP, we will only receive the results of tests that we order. If your specialist has sent you for a test, the results will be sent directly to them and you should contact them directly for the results.
When we receive your test results, they will be reviewed by a GP and we will call you if there are any issues or abnormalities. The GP will set out a timeframe for you to receive an appointment to discuss your results. This way, you can be assured that the appointment offered to you for these results is appropriate.
You will be able to view all your test results, and any comments made by the GP, on your NHS App (or other online services provider).
If your test results are normal, you will not hear from us but will still be able to view this on your NHS App.
Test results turnaround times
Some tests take longer than others to produce results. This is because of the process involved in producing results from images or samples taken and the requirement for these results to be reported on by a specialist before then being sent back to your GP.
Please note the below timeframes for receiving test results for the most common tests performed.
Cardiology
24-hour blood pressure monitoring: one week
24-hour ECG: two weeks
Echo: two weeks
ECG: one week
Pathology
Blood tests: one week
Swabs: two weeks
Urine tests: one week
Stool tests: one week
Imaging
X-Rays: two weeks
Ultrasounds: one week
Dexa scans: four weeks