The results of routine test are electronically reported to your doctor on the day of the blood collection, but at the latest within one week. However, there are some tests, such as DNA test, or pathology test which require more time because these tests are done in other labs abroad. The results of this type of tests can take between 14 days up to a month.
Patients may also come to the lab (Cay Hill, main building) to collect their results, after presenting a valid ID card. However, if the patient is unable to pick up their own results, someone else can pick up these results. The person picking up the results must have the following three items with them:
1) a signed authorized letter from the patient,
2) a copy of the patient’s ID, and
3) a valid ID of themselves.
Cayhill: Mon —Fri: 7:00AM–2:00PM
Cayhill: Sat: 7:30AM–11:30AM
Simpson Bay: Mon —Fri: 7:30AM–10:30AM
Dutch Quarter: Mon —Fri: 7:30AM–10:30AM
Betty’s Estate: Mon —Fri: 7:30AM–10:30AM
SMMC: Mon —Fri: 7:00AM–2:00PM
Fasting means not eating or drinking after 10 pm the night before. Drinking some water prior to testing is allowed.
It depends on the test.
This will be explained at the lab.
The next day.
Unfortunately, that is not possible. Tests will be sent to your house doctor and you can require the results there.
Patients are calling on the phone and asking us to provide them with their results by telephone.
Results to be collected only by the individual themselves.
If sending someone to collect your results, you HAVE to provide an authorization letter signed and with valid forms of Identification of both patient and the one who will be collecting the results.