Please only book a blood test if you have been advised it is needed by your GP/ referrer. If you have been given a paper blood form, it is important that you bring this with you to your appointment.
Do blood tests have to be booked?
The blood taking service is open for blood tests. An appointment must be booked for all tests – you will not be able to walk-in to the hospital for your blood test.
Can I walk into a hospital and ask for a blood test?
Do I need an appointment for my blood test? Yes. You need to book an appointment at all the sites to have a blood test whether you are a GP patient or a hospital outpatient. If you have any issues booking your appointment online, please call us on 0208 887 3663 / 3664.
What time can you have bloods done at St Helens Hospital?
– Blood tests are available between 7am-9am Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays) and 8:30am-11:30am Saturday. Please call 01744 627 400 to book an appointment.
Can I get a blood test at Whiston Hospital?
There are a number of Phlebotomy Services within Whiston and St Helens hospitals and also in the community.
Can I eat before a blood test?
The healthcare professional arranging your test will tell you if you need to do anything to prepare for it. You can eat and drink as normal before some blood tests. But if you’re having a “fasting blood test”, you will be told not to eat or drink anything (other than water) beforehand.
What blood tests require fasting?
Blood tests that you will likely need to fast for include:
- blood glucose test.
- liver function test.
- cholesterol test.
- triglyceride level test.
- high-density lipoprotein (HDL) level test.
- low-density lipoprotein (LDL) level test.
- basic metabolic panel.
- renal function panel.
What should you not do before a blood test?
Avoiding specific foods and drinks such as cooked meats, herbal tea, or alcohol. Making sure not to overeat the day before a test. Not smoking. Avoiding specific behaviors such as strenuous exercise or sexual activity.
How much water should you drink before a blood test?
Ideally, start drinking more fluids the day before your blood draw, and continue to drink water before you have your blood drawn. Excessive amounts aren’t necessary; most sources ecommend that an adult drink 64 ounces of water per day for good health, which is more than adequate for having your blood drawn.
Can I request a blood test without seeing a doctor?
SameDayDoctor offers a full range of blood tests as well as urine tests and other samples with very fast results, usually the same day. You can choose to receive your results in person, by phone or email to avoid the inconvenience of a second visit where it’s not needed.
How long is the wait for a blood test?
The results are sent back to the hospital or to your GP. Some test results will be ready the same day or a few days later, although others may not be available for a few weeks. You’ll be told when your results will be ready and how you’ll be given them. Sometimes, receiving results can be stressful and upsetting.
What time should blood be drawn?
You should register for blood in the morning, preferably between 7:00 and 10:00. This is important because the human body is subject to variations depending on the time of day, which is also reflected in some laboratory values.
Is blood tested over weekend?
Doing routine bloods over the weekend is still common practice in many hospitals but has very little value unless they are acted upon.
Is parking free at St Helens Hospital?
How to get to St Helens Hospital. By Car: A parking fee is payable. Please allow extra time for parking.
What does St Helens Hospital Specialise in?
We provide a full range of acute in-patient, out-patient, day case and emergency services to the local communities of St Helens, Knowsley, parts of Halton and Liverpool, extending to the whole of Cheshire, Merseyside, North Wales and the Isle of Man with the Regional Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit.
How do I cancel a blood test at St Helens Hospital?
To change or cancel an appointment, please complete the online form or telephone 0151 430 1234. Lines are open 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday.
Do you have to fast for 12 hours before a blood test?
You usually need to fast for 8–12 hours before a test. Most tests that require fasting are scheduled for early in the morning. That way, most of your fasting time will be overnight.
What happens if you eat breakfast before a blood test?
Eating directly before the test will cause the patient’s blood sugar to spike, leading to an inaccurate test result. The patient could be misdiagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes, unless their doctor recommends that they complete a second test.
What foods can affect a blood test?
The micronutrient, carbohydrate, protein, and fat levels in your food can all skew the results of some tests. An example of a test that requires fasting is a blood glucose test, which measures your blood sugar levels. Eating foods high in carbohydrates can significantly raise your blood sugar levels within 15 minutes.
What happens if I fast too long before a blood test?
IF YOU FAST LONGER THAN 16 HOURS – YOUR RESULTS MAY NOT BE ACCURATE, OR WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM SOME OF THE TESTS.
Can I take medication before a fasting blood test?
Most of the time, it’s advised to take regular medications before a fasting blood test. Often, it’s advised to continue taking your regular medications, even before a fasting blood test. But, its always good to clear this with your doctor, as well as any vitamin or supplements that you take on a daily basis.