Results of your tests done in the surgery or special investigations ordered by your GP done at other locations are all reviewed by the clinical staff and if any results need actioning, you will be contacted by phone or letter to discuss the results.

Normal test results are not usually communicated to you, however. if you would like to know the result of your test. you can contact the reception staff who can try and get the result for you.

Routine blood test results will usually be available within a few days however more specialised investigations results such as x rays could take up to 2 weeks to obtain. Certain tests may have to be sent off to specialized laboratories in Preston or Manchester and results of these tests may be delayed for a few weeks.