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 Patient Access account
- by phoning us on Rainham Health Centre 01708 796579 or Upminster Medical Centre 01708 251407 and we will tell you what the results are
- as a text message, if you have consented and it is applicable
Blood tests
Blood results normally take 7 days to come back.
Cervical smears
Anyone who has a smear carried out at the surgery will receive their results by letter from the hospital. This will tell you the result and follow-up arrangements. If you have not heard after eight weeks please ring reception and we will chase the result.
Other investigations
These will be given personally, by the doctor or the nurse, at a follow-up appointment or by letter.
Questions about your results
If you want to talk to someone about your results, fill out a test results request form and someone will be in touch.