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Biopsy time

User
Posted 26 Mar 2025 at 12:23

Hi all.  I am due for a biopsy on Friday. How long does it usually take to get the results.  

User
Posted 26 Mar 2025 at 12:51

Hi mate.


Our site says about a fortnight, but it varies.


'It can take up to two weeks to get the results of the biopsy, but it can take longer in some hospitals. Ask your doctor or nurse when you're likely to get the results.'


A recent poster was advised that theirs may take up to two months which seems very excessive to me.

Edited by member 26 Mar 2025 at 13:00  | Reason: Typo

User
Posted 26 Mar 2025 at 13:21

Good luck with your Biopsy Simon, most people seem to find it just a little uncomfortable and some find it embarrassing, but it’s nothing to get worked up about and I’m sure the nurses will look after you well.


Waiting for results is always the worst part, just keep yourself active and busy and be kind to yourself.


all the best,


Derek

User
Posted 26 Mar 2025 at 15:40

Time taken for results will vary,  but make sure you ask them how long and hiw you will be contacted.


I was told it would be within two weeks and that I'd be informed as soon as they knew anything by telephone. 


Three weeks later I was in bits and rang them, which seriously pixxed off the medical secretary as I was interrupting her system. She told me I'd been discharged with no further explanation. 


Not the best way to impart such good news.


Best of luck with the procedure. 


Mick


 

User
Posted 26 Mar 2025 at 17:34

Thanks all for the info    Much appreciated 

User
Posted 03 Apr 2025 at 16:32

I see most people replied a week or so ago, but in my case, I had my biopsy 13th a February and by the time the MDT had met to discuss the results and I had my appointment it was the 6th March, 3 weeks later.

User
Posted 03 Apr 2025 at 22:19

Hi all.  After having my biopsy last Friday I got a call today saying I’ve an appointment next Tuesday to discuss the results   Obviously you’d mind plays tricks and you wonder is it so fast because it’s good or because it’s bad news ( although I resigned to it being pca ). While at my biopsy the doctor mentioned taking samples from TZ   I presume this is transitional zone.  He also said high psa readings came from this area    Anyway I found this site to be really informative and I think I am ready to ask the appropriate questions.   Cheers.  Simon

User
Posted 04 Apr 2025 at 01:12

Hi again Simon.


I shouldn't read anything into the speed of getting your results, mate. They seem to vary from hospital to hospital.


Good luck and please keep us updated. 👍


PS: I'd politely ask for a full copy of your biopsy report, that way you'll always be sure you haven't missed anything. 

Edited by member 04 Apr 2025 at 01:18  | Reason: Additional text

User
Posted 04 Apr 2025 at 10:53

Cheers.   Will do.   

 
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