Blood tests

Children under the age of 16 will be seen by our phlebotomy team.

Children may be accompanied by one parent or guardian (please contact us if they need special assistance).

All children under the age of 16 will need their parent/guardian to book an appointment via email before attending.

Children under the age of three or those with complex needs will need to have their bloods undertaken with the Paediatric Department.

Children are now seen on Saturdays, unless there is a time-sensitive blood test that needs to be done during the week.

To book an appointment please email gwh.bloodtestbooking@nhs.net.

Alternatively you can call 01793 607497.

To enable us to book a blood test appointment for you, please include:

• Your hospital or NHS number
• Your date of birth
• Your full name
• The date the blood test is required
• The time slot you are available (Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5.10pm)
• Whether it is a fasting/time sensitive/genetics blood test
• Which clinic is requesting the blood test

We will respond to emails within two working days.

Please contact your GP or clinic to obtain the results.