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Timescale for biopsy results?

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Posted 21 Aug 2025 at 16:28

Hi, I am new to the forum.

I had a biopsy 10 days ago at James Cook, Middlesbrough, and was wondering if any one has a handle on how long the results will take?

The biopsy was triggered by a raised PSA (9.8) up from 2.3 in 2022 (last test), a family history of prostate cancer and changes felt during a DRE. I was "fast-tracked" and my MRI PI RADs was 4 and my radiologist said there was a lesion.

ChatGPT indicates James Cook pathology dept turn around suspected prostate cancer biopsies in 10 calendar days.

It is 20 days today since I spoke with a nurse specialist in urology who triggered the MRI and then the biopsy followed.

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Posted 21 Aug 2025 at 19:29
Hi MattLeo,

My first biopsy took 2 weeks and was a positive that led to having my prostate removed. I had a second biopsy, for a suspected tumour in my bladder, a year later in April 2025 went on for 5 weeks before I resorted to a visit to the Urology department. That resulted in a promise that someone would phone me with the result on the same day. They did and it was a negative.

I didn't shout or get aggressive in the Urology department, but simply pointed out how long I had been waiting and how it was stopping me sleeping. I remained calm and even thanked the receptionist when she promised I would get the results on the phone. I would recommend the same approach to you but only as long as you are sure you can remain calm. My heart goes out to you as I so know how every day I didn't hear the result messed with my mind. Stay strong and I so hope you get your results soon and hope that it's good news. If not stick with us and we all will be there for you.

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Posted 21 Aug 2025 at 19:43

Many thanks for the support and understanding. I'm glad your second biopsy was negative. 

Things moved quickly after I got the PSA test results - that was a Thursday, saw GP following Monday, telephone appointment Thursday same week with urology and MRI following Monday.

MRI was booked for Thursday same week but when I arrived at hospital all the computers were down so the biopsy was cancelled. It was rebooked for following Monday, that was a week after the MRI. 

So it's all been quick upto the biopsy and now time is dragging. 

My older brother went through this about 15 years ago and had his prostate removed. At 73 now he needs new hips but hasn't had any further scares. 

I'm just so glad I asked for a PSA test after speaking with friends who are getting six monthly tests. 

Only symptoms have been peeing a lot, maybe 4 times a night, 20 to 30 a day. I take Tamsulosin. 

On leave now until Tuesday but plenty planned to distract me. 

Thanks again Paul. 

 

Matthew 

 

 
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