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How long does it take to hear back from a blood test?

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Boris_Wagner
Boris_Wagner

 I had four bottles of blood drawn yesterday and I was wondering how long it takes to hear my results? 

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  • connie2cats
    connie2cats Boris_Wagner

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    Hi Boris wagner: Depends on what they are checking. Mine only takes a day or two for the results but by the time my doctor sees the results, it could be 4 or 5 days! So, sit tight. 
  • lyn1951
    lyn1951 Boris_Wagner

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    Depends where you are, here in Australia, very efficent system.

    Go to lab, get bloods done, Dr has results the following day, or does for me. CRP, ESR, Liver Function, I have a form of RA, sero negative

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