Getting scan for cancer spread - how long will results take?

Stage 3 melanoma scan to see if it's spread from a lymph gland to other parts how long do the results usually take after this scan?

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    Hi Soul,

    A very warm welcome to our forum,

    i am so sorry to hear this news. Waiting times can vary a lot depending upon your geographical location. Have you had your scan yet? If not, ask the staff after you have it done, as they will know what their local time scales are.

    I hope that all turns out ok.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi,

    So sorry to hear you are going through this. I believe that scan results are taking about 2 weeks but it all depends on the availability of the consultant and when they are discussed at the weekly MDT meeting. Are you already on adjuvant treatment as they may get them through a little quicker if you are?

    Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)