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Delay in bowel cancer kits

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Glenfinnan Sat 05-Apr-25 14:51:01

Anyone else waiting for a kit for bowel testing for cancer? I should have received mine in Feb. I rang and enquired … very pleasant lady said they are experiencing a delay and I should have it by hopefully by the end of May. Thinking about buying a private test kit … anyone used them? I have diverticulitis and like to have some reassurance.

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crazyH Sat 05-Apr-25 14:58:39

My GP ordered one for me, when I had bowel problems, following a bout of food poisoning. Fortunately, came back negative. But the food poisoning has left me with IBS.
My kit arrived within 10 days of seeing my GP. And, results, within 2 weeks.

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Glenfinnan Sat 05-Apr-25 15:10:18

Thanks crazyH …. I’ve usually had mine as part of the NHS programme. They are usually ok … but understand the delay is caused by increase in patient requests

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Mt61 Sat 05-Apr-25 16:03:39

Got mine two weeks after they sent my letter 😊

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Oldbat1 Sat 05-Apr-25 17:12:19

Mine testing kit came within couple of weeks of letter saying it was on its way. Results came back very quickly too. The actual test is also easier to do.

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LOUISA1523 Sat 05-Apr-25 17:24:43

Got minec2 weeks ago ( I'm in NW)

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nanaK54 Sat 05-Apr-25 19:13:48

Mine came a couple of weeks after the letter, however, I have often wondered why that letter is sent at all?

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OldFrill Sat 05-Apr-25 19:20:14

The invitation letter is sent as it increases participation.

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nanaK54 Sat 05-Apr-25 22:09:46

OldFrill

The invitation letter is sent as it increases participation.

Oh that's interesting thanks

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fancythat Thu 01-May-25 18:21:17

crazyH

My GP ordered one for me, when I had bowel problems, following a bout of food poisoning. Fortunately, came back negative. But the food poisoning has left me with IBS.
My kit arrived within 10 days of seeing my GP. And, results, within 2 weeks.

I have been wondering if this is still ongoing for you?
Hope you dont mind me asking.

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