On average please allow 5 working days for your test results to come back from the hospital unless your doctor has advised otherwise. Please note that x-ray results take a little longer, usually 10 to 14 days.
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 SystmOnline account
- by phoning us on 0121 203 2888 and press option 2 between 11am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm
Sometimes, we cannot always give results over the phone; if the result is complicated, or if the doctor wants to see you to discuss the result, we will offer you an appointment.
We do have a strict policy regarding confidentiality and data protection. In this respect we will only give out results to the person they relate to unless that person has given prior permission for their release or if they are not capable of understanding them.
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.