Test results

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 AccuRx account
  • phone or visit us after 2pm and we will tell you what the results are
If your GP or nurse has asked you to have a blood test you can book the appointment at the desk or by phoning reception. The samples are collected by the Oxford University Hospitals twice a day. Those samples which are taken after the second collection are sent the following day. Unfortunately on a Friday we cannot take any bloods after the second collection at 3pm as they cannot be processed if stored over the weekend.

The results are sent electronically to the GP who requested them. They are checked each day by the doctor and commented on. If you have had bloods taken it is vital that you phone the surgery the following week to find out your results. Our receptionists will read the comments that your GP has made and if needed arrange a phone call or consultation for you to follow up on the tests
If you have been referred for an x-ray your GP will give you the form to take to the x-ray department. With this they will give you details of how to organise your x-ray.

The results from your x-ray are sent to us electronically and read and commented on by the GP when they arrive. We get your results within 2 weeks of you having your x-ray. It is important you chase up the result by this time if you have not heard anything. Our receptionist can then read you your GPs comments and arrange any appointments that are necessary.

Questions about your results

If you want to talk to someone about your results, fill out our test results request form and someone will be in touch.