Waiting Time for Results - been told up to 6 weeks

My dad had a bone marrow test two weeks ago and we were expecting the results any time. My mum phoned the hospital today and she was told the results could take up to six weeks! Is this normal? It seems an awfully long time to wait and we're all getting stressed out about it. Any info or help appreciated, thanks.

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat, AngeP

    I'm sorry to hear that your dad has been referred to a bone marrow test two weeks ago and that the results are taking longer than you expected.

    It's difficult to say whether this waiting time is normal but I can appreciate how this is tough on all of you. Hopefully other forum members who have gone through a similar experience recently will come along to share their experiences with you. Until then, if you think that asking questions to someone with a medical background might help, our team of nurses can be reached on this number 0808 800 4040 Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope you don't have to wait much longer, AngeP and that the test results show nothing sinister.

    Best wishes to you and your dad,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator