Getting your test results
On average please allow 3 to 4 days for your test results to come back from the hospital unless your doctor has advised otherwise. Please note that X-ray and scan results can sometimes take a little longer.
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 0161 864 0200 and we will tell you what the results are
Sometimes, we cannot always give full results over the phone. If the result is complicated, or if the doctor wants to see you about the result, we will offer you an appointment. We will only give results to the person who has had the test.
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.