Obtaining copies of blood work
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Hi all. I've posted before asking questions and everyone here has been so helpful but now I have another question - sorry. I'm in UK and wanted to know if I can ask for copies of my FBC results from my family doctor (who is a stranger to me actually). I would like to ask for print outs for say, the last 5 years at least, so I can decide whether I need to see a haemotologist. Last family doc (GP) visit showed me on screen my results and he scribbled down 166 HGB (?) and polycythemia r.v. I can't remember other results. I'd like to know what steps to take, GP not unduly concerned. I'm a 67 year old female, Oh to add GP did say 'the expensive tests have to come from a haemotologist' I think he meant jak2 gene tests? I'm just so confused and lost. j.
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clem19079 jessie2150
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Not sure how it works in England, but in belfast I can see my medical records if I choose to. I think I only have to give notice in advance. Can't see it being much different where you are.
1958_pele jessie2150
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Hi Jessie regarding medical records, we got copies of my wife's but it was on a court order! I think u can see records but copies am not sure regards
alison_29881 jessie2150
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Hi Jessie. I had a routine blood test and my Dr thought the Hb was high, "probably nothing to worry about" so referred me to a haematologist. She found the JAK2 gene problem was the cause of my Polycythaemia RV. I had no symptoms to speak of (apart from ones that could be menopausal too) but the haematologist made me aware of the seriousness of the condition. I have a monthly blood test and if my HCT is too high I have blood drawn off. I am on a daily aspirin and have been advised to try to drink 3L of water a day. It's hard to motivate yourself when you have no symptoms though! I don't see why you shouldn't have a blood test for the JAK2. See another doctor and ask to be referred to a haematologist. Alison