Biopsy results

Should it take 4 weeks for a biopsy result. In between time have had a bowel smear which has come back abnormal what can I do?

  • Hello Mistyblue and thanks for posting, 

    The speed with which biopsy results come back depends on capacity in the local pathology service laboratories, so it can vary. It can also depend on how urgently the results were asked for by the doctor taking the biopsy.  So some people might wait a couple of weeks while others might be waiting 4-6 weeks or longer.

    I am not sure of the circumstances, but you could try contacting the doctor who took the biopsy or someone from that specialist team to chase it up. You could also talk to your GP and see what they can tell you. 

    Please give us a ring if you want to talk anything over.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and we are around weekdays from 9-5.

    Best wishes,

    Julia