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Blood Tests

blood_tests_4A blood test is when a sample of blood is taken for testing in a laboratory. Blood tests have a wide range of uses and are one of the most common types of medical test. For example, a blood test can be used to:

  • assess your general state of health
  • confirm the presence of a bacterial or viral infection
  • see how well certain organs, such as the liver and kidneys, are functioning

A blood test usually involves the phlebotomist taking a blood sample from a blood vessel in your arm and the usual place for a sample is the inside of the elbow or wrist, where the veins are relatively close to the surface. Blood samples from children are most commonly taken from the back of the hand. The child's hand will be anaesthetised (numbed) with a special cream before the sample is taken.

You can find out more about blood tests, their purpose and the way they are performed on the NHS Choices website.


Phlebotomy at the Countess of Chester

You can have your blood taken at Outpatients 3 at the Countess of Chester Hospital.  This is open Monday to Friday 7:30 AM - 5:55 PM and must be booked via their new online booking service to reserve a blood test appointment at the Countess.  To access this service go to:  www.coch.nhs.uk/blood-test-booking 


Blood Tests for Children

Blood tests for children under the age of 16 must be carried out at the Paediatric Outpatients Department at the Countess of Chester Hospital - this is service is not provided at your GP surgery.  This is not a drop in service you need to telephone 01244 365082 to book an appointment.  If fasting bloods are required, please ensure to state this when booking your appointment.

 
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