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Brother waiting for test results to see if he has mesothelioma. Been told it will take 10 - 14 days. Is this normal?

Salsrobbo
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My brother is awaiting test results in the fluid that they drained during an appointment at hospital after ct and xray. The doctor said he's 90 % sure that is mesothelioma but are waiting on the results of the fluid drained off to see if has cancer cell. That was last Friday 13th. Now Wednesday 18th. I thought that they'd be rushed through and back by now but after chasing them up,  the nurse said they take 10 to 14 days to come back! Is this normal when awaiting for cancer diagnosis? I thought that they had to rush it though.  He and all the family are devastated and desperate for the results. Can anyone help and advise please? 

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  • Hello Salsrobbo

    I'm sorry to hear that your brother is currently waiting for test results to determine if he has mesothelioma. It's natural that you're all anxious and worried about this. 

    The information that the nurse has given you about results taking 10-14 days does sound about usual for some test results to be returned. Unfortunately, even when samples are processed urgently, it can still take some time for results to be returned. 

    We know that for many people this period of waiting and uncertainty can be difficult. It can sometimes help to talk with someone about how you're feeling and I wonder if you might find it useful to talk things through with one of our nurses ahead of your brother receiving his results. I know they will be happy to offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040.

    Hopefully you will have some answers soon Salsrobbo. Do keep in touch and let us know how he gets on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Salsrobbo

    I'm sorry to hear that your brother is currently waiting for test results to determine if he has mesothelioma. It's natural that you're all anxious and worried about this. 

    The information that the nurse has given you about results taking 10-14 days does sound about usual for some test results to be returned. Unfortunately, even when samples are processed urgently, it can still take some time for results to be returned. 

    We know that for many people this period of waiting and uncertainty can be difficult. It can sometimes help to talk with someone about how you're feeling and I wonder if you might find it useful to talk things through with one of our nurses ahead of your brother receiving his results. I know they will be happy to offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040.

    Hopefully you will have some answers soon Salsrobbo. Do keep in touch and let us know how he gets on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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