How long did blood results take?

I was urgently referred by GP due to an enlarged thyroid with a large lump next to it in my neck. My family has a very big history of lymphoma.

When I saw the consultant she didn't listen to family history or anything,just dismissed me as soon as I mentioned I had a baby a few months ago. She sent for blood tests and said she'd call me or my gp with results either that day or the day after and that I'd be contacted within a few days for an ultrasound. It's been ten days,still no blood results and ive had a text today to say they've booked me an ultrasound on the 25th. Is it normal to wait this long?

  • Hello Lillybeth, 

    It does indeed sound a bit long to be waiting for blood results especially if you were told you would be contacted within a couple of days with the blood results. Given they haven't rung you back, I would get in touch with your GP to chase this. They will be able to check on the system whether the results have come through and if anything has been flagged. 

    At least things are moving forward with your ultrasound booked for the 25th and I hope that you get some definite answers soon. Other members of our forum will have been through a similar experience before and I hope they will be along soon to share their story with you. 

    Keeping everything crossed for you that you do get those blood results very soon and you won't have to wait too long to get a definite diagnosis. It must be such a worrying time for you especially as your family has a big history of lymphoma but try not to anticipate too much what it might be if you can until you get all your results and get a full picture of what is going on. We're thinking of you during this anxious time - the forum is always here for you if you need to talk to others who can relate to what you are currently going through. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator