Getting your test results
If your test results show that you need more tests or treatment, we will contact you.
To obtain test results, including x-rays, blood results and cervical smear results, 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
- fill out a test results request form and someone will be in touch
- by phoning us on 01582 664401, after 2pm and we will tell you what the results are
- if you ask the doctor at the time of arranging the blood test, and provide a mobile phone number, we can send you your blood test results by text message
Please be aware that it may be necessary to speak to a doctor to obtain certain results.
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.
Blood tests
It generally takes 2 to 3 days to process blood results, so please give 3 workings days before contacting the surgery.
West Street Surgery does have a practice based phlebotomist, but our service does have restrictions which mean that not all patients are able to have their blood test taken here at the surgery.
Patients may be referred to the new community service, with a choice of having blood tests at the Arndale House in Luton or the Dunstable Health Centre based at Priory Gardens Surgery.
If the doctor tells you that you need a ‘fasting’ blood test (usually for check cholesterol/lipids) please ask for an appointment before 11am as you will need to fast for 12 hours beforehand. Likewise, if you are having a test for testosterone you will also need an appointment before 11am.