Biopsy , now called for blood test

Hi, I’m just questioning why?

i had been referred for an upper gi endoscopy where biopsies were taken , that was 2 weeks ago... I’ve had no word back but when I’ve called my report is in and have been told I’ll hear back soon.

that was on Friday last week. Then I was told the consultant would need to take a look as she can’t read the results. On Tuesday I had 3 ‘no caller ID’ missed calls . I rang the hospital and was put through to a and e receptionist... they were confused to why I was forwarded to there , I was then asked who my consultant was then said ‘ ahh, that would explain everything ‘ ...confusing!?

today I’ve rang my GP and I’ve been informed that the consultant has requested blood tests to be do within 10 days and a letter had been sent on Tuesday..I’m confused? Why no one can tell me anything else? Should I be concerned? Or should I think I would have been told if anything was bad news? X

  • Hi fencepostlady and welcome to the forum.

    I'm sorry about the situation you're in at the moment and can understand why you're feeling confused. 

    Do keep trying to get in touch with your consultant as they will be able to tell you why blood tests have been requested but if you're unable to get through to them maybe you could get in touch with your GP again to let them know what's happened as they may be able to find what's going on.

    Hopefully you'll hear from some of our members soon but you're more than welcome to give our cancer nurses a call if you feel this will help. They are available Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040.

    I hope you're able to get some answers soon fencepostlady.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator