How Long Does the Blood Test Take? Posted: 12-04-03 10:01am
I have an apt tonight at pph. I'm
wondering how long it takes to get results
from a blood test? Will I know tonight
or will I have to wait?
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Darling
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Joined: 22 Sep 2003 Posts: 875
Posted: 12-04-03 12:30pm
It really depends on your doctor. Some
can give you the results quickly whilst
others it can take up to a week.
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YoungWoman
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Joined: 01 Dec 2003 Posts: 17
Different Types? Posted: 12-04-03 12:35pm
Are there different types of blood tests?
Waiting an entire week would be so hard!
Do I have to tell them before hand that I
need it or can I just discuss it with the
doc when I get there?
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insurancegirl
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Joined: 25 Sep 2003 Posts: 5286
Planned Parenthood Posted: 12-04-03 12:44pm
Generally doesn't give blood tests, but if
they do in your area, I normally takes at
least 24 hours, but depends on what lab
they use...It'll be sooner than you think
though.
Good luck,
jennifer
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YoungWoman
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Joined: 01 Dec 2003 Posts: 17
Uh Oh Posted: 12-04-03 14:17pm
I didn't realize that most pphs don't do
blood tests. How can they check then
without the blood test? I thought that
was the only sure fire way.
(thanks everyone for your replies. Your
information really helps people!)
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Darling
Active User, Really EHEALTHy
Joined: 22 Sep 2003 Posts: 875
Posted: 12-04-03 15:49pm
Pph usually does urine tests or regular
"at home tests". Sometimes they may do a
few to be certain.
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PregnaJordan
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Joined: 18 Oct 2003 Posts: 2908
Blood Test Posted: 12-04-03 16:18pm
When I went to the doctor, they sent me to
another branch of their facility and I
took a blood test and I asked how long for
results and they said 30 minutes, but I
had to wait till the next morning b/c I
had to wait for my regular doctor to get
the results first...I guess it all depends
on ur doctor...Some doctors dont do them
and some dont have the faciltiy to do it
right then and there(some prolly have to
send it off to a lab), but some doctors do
it right there and u can get results while
you wait!
Jordan
