Our services
Blood tests in Walthamstow
Our practice nurses and healthcare staff take blood samples at the surgery on Higham Hill Road for registered patients whose clinician has requested a test.
What we offer
- Blood samples taken at the surgery by our nursing team
- Tests requested by our GPs, nurses and other clinicians
- Monitoring blood tests for long-term conditions and medication reviews
- Blood tests requested by a hospital team, where they have asked us to take them
Who it is for
Blood tests are for registered patients who have been told by a clinician that they need one. We cannot take blood without a request, and we are not able to offer private or self-requested testing.
If you are not yet registered with us, you can register online in about five minutes.
How to request a blood test
1. Ask online
Send an online request during practice hours and tell us what test you have been asked to have and who asked for it.
2. Or call us
Call 020 8527 2677 Monday to Friday, 8am to 6.30pm.
3. Come to your appointment
Bring a list of your current medicines. If you have been asked to fast, follow the instructions your clinician gave you.
Getting your results
Results usually reach us within a few working days, though some tests take longer. We contact you if anything needs action. You can also see many results in the NHS App.