Bowel cancer

Hi,my partner has had stool and blood tests and is booked in for a colonoscopy next week,the reception said one blood test was positive and one satisfactory but didn't really elaborate what does this mean 

  • Hello, and thanks for your post,

    I am afraid that there is not enough information to know what tests the receptionist was referring to when she mentioned that one test was positive and one satisfactory. 

    Receptionists also don't usually give results over the phone.

    It is not too long until next week when your partner has a colonoscopy so I would encourage your partner to ask the doctor or endoscopist when he sees them.

    I can understand that it is unsettling waiting but hopefully, you will know more soon.

    Try not to overthink it for now.

    You are both more than welcome to ring and chat with one of the helpline nurses. We are here Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm and our helpline number is freephone 0808 800 4040

    All the best,

    Catherine