🩸 Medway Community Healthcare — Blood Test (Phlebotomy Service)
The Medway Community Healthcare provides blood test (phlebotomy) services for patients registered with a Medway or Swale GP.
Here’s everything you need to know 👇
✅ How to Book a Blood Test
Blood tests are appointment-only.
📅 Online booking
You can book your appointment through their official booking system:
- Book up to 6 weeks in advance
- Choose from multiple clinic locations
👉 Visit the booking page:
Book your blood test online
📞 Phone booking
If you cannot book online:
Phone: 0300 123 3444
➡️ Select Option 1 → Option 1
(Monday–Friday during service hours)
📋 What You Need Before Booking
You must have:
- ✔️ Blood test request from GP or clinician
- ✔️ Blood form or F-number
- ✔️ NHS number
Without a referral, the service cannot perform the test.
⏰ Important Rules
- Blood tests are by appointment only
- Service accepts patients with a Medway & Swale GP only
- No reserved urgent slots — contact your GP if urgent testing is needed
🧪 Preparation (if required)
Your GP will tell you if fasting is needed:
- Glucose test: fast 10 hours
- Cholesterol/lipid test: fast 12 hours
- Drink water before the test (helps blood draw)
- Take normal medication unless advised otherwise
📍 Where Blood Tests Are Done
Appointments are available at:
- Community clinics across Medway & Swale
- Selected GP surgeries
- Community healthcare sites (e.g., MCH clinics)
Location options appear during booking.
👶 Blood Tests for Children
- Must also be pre-booked
- Longer appointment slots available to reduce anxiety
💡 Quick Tips for Appointment Day
- Bring your blood form/F-number
- Roll sleeves up before entering clinic
- Stay hydrated
- Arrive on time (late arrival may require rebooking)