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GP mucked up my blood tests

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:17

I feel like crying right now.

I saw my GP with a suspicion of an under active thyroid. He agreed with me and said he would book in the following blood tests:

FBC
Liver function
Renal function
Thyroid function
Tests for ferritin etc
Vitamin D
Cholesterol

I have had the blood test and got the results today. He only ordered FBC, renal function, liver function and HBA1C.

For full context I am overweight, I’ve lost 10 stone and I am still losing (intentionally). The GP has messaged to say the blood are all fine and as far as he’s concerned that’s the case closed. I can access my results.

I feel so frustrated that half the tests he promised haven’t been done. Now I need to start the entire process again, wait four weeks to speak to a GP and wait another four for a blood test, wait a week for the results and see if I actually get the tests I need.

AIBU to make a complaint? It really feels like he was trying to pull a fast one with the HBA1C, and blame this on me being pre-diabetic. In actual fact it’s at the bottom of a normal range!

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Silverbirchleaf · 16/01/2026 18:10

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:08

Surely in that case the GP wouldn’t have said the results had all come back normal?

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The doctors were referring to the blood tests that they have received, to date.

jamandcustard · 16/01/2026 18:09

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:03

To be honest I feel like a petulant kid right now. We’re told to put our trust in these doctors and then it feels like nothing ever goes right.

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Well, it definitely won't go right if you don't act like an adult, phone the surgery on Monday and ask them to correct the issue, will it?

QuinqueremeofNiveneh · 16/01/2026 18:09

nocoolnamesleft · 16/01/2026 18:05

TFTs results usually take longer to come through from the lab than the bloods you have results for. They may come through next week.

This is absolutely not the case. They are very quick.

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:08

Silverbirchleaf · 16/01/2026 18:08

I’ve mentioned this also, and it’s seems to have been ignored.

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As I’ve said multiple times they’ve told me it’s all come back normal, so they’re not waiting for more results are they?

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:08

nocoolnamesleft · 16/01/2026 18:05

TFTs results usually take longer to come through from the lab than the bloods you have results for. They may come through next week.

Surely in that case the GP wouldn’t have said the results had all come back normal?

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Silverbirchleaf · 16/01/2026 18:08

nocoolnamesleft · 16/01/2026 18:05

TFTs results usually take longer to come through from the lab than the bloods you have results for. They may come through next week.

I’ve mentioned this also, and it’s seems to have been ignored.

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:07

Whizzywhisk · 16/01/2026 18:05

Doctors are human, overworked and busy. It would be easy enough to tick the wrong box (if the other blood test is pre diabetic then it could be next to thyroid on an endocrine form) Agree with others, politely point out the error, if it was very recent they may even be able to order the test on the blood they already have.

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One is understandable but when it’s multiple tests missed it’s less excusable.

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QuinqueremeofNiveneh · 16/01/2026 18:07

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:34

i went with fatigue, always cold, hair thinning and low basal body

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it's entirely possible the GPs just missed a tick on the form and then been reassured by the normal results. Not idea but not malicious or manipulative either.

You're clearly symptomatic, makes sense to check your TFTs.

I would phone the practice and explain the situation and what was agreed at the consultation. They will hopefully instantly understand that a new appointment is pointless when they can just pop a quick email to the GP asking for a new blood form. If they don't, point it out to them nicely!

There's a win-win here for everyone. Good luck!

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:06

EmeraldRoulette · 16/01/2026 18:04

So much this!

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Like I completely understand they’re trained etc. but I know when something is off and the symptoms I feel. Adding extra tests (at extra cost to the NHS for no reason) while ignoring most of the tests I need just feels insulting.

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Whizzywhisk · 16/01/2026 18:05

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:26

It’s the addition of extra tests that has thrown me off. Why would he omit more than half of the tests he told me he would order, but add a very specific test for diabetics? I have never been diagnosed with diabetes, nor has it ever been suspected or mentioned to me before.

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Doctors are human, overworked and busy. It would be easy enough to tick the wrong box (if the other blood test is pre diabetic then it could be next to thyroid on an endocrine form) Agree with others, politely point out the error, if it was very recent they may even be able to order the test on the blood they already have.

nocoolnamesleft · 16/01/2026 18:05

TFTs results usually take longer to come through from the lab than the bloods you have results for. They may come through next week.

EmeraldRoulette · 16/01/2026 18:04

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:03

To be honest I feel like a petulant kid right now. We’re told to put our trust in these doctors and then it feels like nothing ever goes right.

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So much this!

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:04

HesDeadBenYouCanStopNow · 16/01/2026 18:01

Most FBC tests include a TSH test which is often treated as the key indicator for thyroid issues. When you check your results it would be interesting to see if there is a TSH result and if so what it is.

Often results ‘in range’ can still be associated with significant negative symptoms. I’m on thyroxine and feel pants when my TSH is above 2 but the ‘normal’ range goes to 4.6. I had to have 2 tests out of range before getting treatment despite testing positive for hashimotos

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Beekman · 16/01/2026 18:03

You can buy a home test for under active thyroid at Asda (and probably other places). I know that’s not the point but it might help with getting a test via the GP.

EmeraldRoulette · 16/01/2026 18:03

It's incredibly annoying, but it's probably a mistake

I used to have frequent blood tests and luckily I picked up the form physically, so I was always able to say if right and wrong boxes were or weren't ticked

With the extra tests, they're just trying to hit the targets of how many of those tests they're supposed to do. Again, very annoying. And I get it's incredibly frustrating that you didn't get tested for what you actually wanted to be tested for. I'd write to the practice manager.

Someone mentioned boots have their own test for £10? I would quite like a set of blood test, but I can't face dealing with the NHS again - several bad experiences - so if anyone has recommendations please let me know.

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 18:03

jamandcustard · 16/01/2026 17:58

You don't know that he did. Maybe the phlebotomist made a mistake. Maybe the form got lost somewhere or the receptionist didn't input things properly.

Honestly, you're starting to sound like a petulant child. Just ring and get it sorted. If, after you've given them a chance to make it right, they fob you off or cause an issue, then you can be angry.

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To be honest I feel like a petulant kid right now. We’re told to put our trust in these doctors and then it feels like nothing ever goes right.

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HesDeadBenYouCanStopNow · 16/01/2026 18:01

Most FBC tests include a TSH test which is often treated as the key indicator for thyroid issues. When you check your results it would be interesting to see if there is a TSH result and if so what it is.

Often results ‘in range’ can still be associated with significant negative symptoms. I’m on thyroxine and feel pants when my TSH is above 2 but the ‘normal’ range goes to 4.6. I had to have 2 tests out of range before getting treatment despite testing positive for hashimotos

Somemothersdoavem · 16/01/2026 18:01

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:17

I feel like crying right now.

I saw my GP with a suspicion of an under active thyroid. He agreed with me and said he would book in the following blood tests:

FBC
Liver function
Renal function
Thyroid function
Tests for ferritin etc
Vitamin D
Cholesterol

I have had the blood test and got the results today. He only ordered FBC, renal function, liver function and HBA1C.

For full context I am overweight, I’ve lost 10 stone and I am still losing (intentionally). The GP has messaged to say the blood are all fine and as far as he’s concerned that’s the case closed. I can access my results.

I feel so frustrated that half the tests he promised haven’t been done. Now I need to start the entire process again, wait four weeks to speak to a GP and wait another four for a blood test, wait a week for the results and see if I actually get the tests I need.

AIBU to make a complaint? It really feels like he was trying to pull a fast one with the HBA1C, and blame this on me being pre-diabetic. In actual fact it’s at the bottom of a normal range!

Phone the surgery, ask if they can phone the hospital labs to request they test the blood samples they already have for the tests the GP missed off the form

giallo · 16/01/2026 18:00

My practice ignores emails so I either try and speak to someone on the ‘anything else’ line or if really struggling to get anything done I will write a physical letter. That usually works.

Timeforchai · 16/01/2026 17:58

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:24

When you’re a woman who’s been medically gaslit for your entire life it certainly feels that way though. Diabetes was not discussed as even the remotest of possibilities, I have none of the symptoms and he didn’t say that he was ordering the test. It just feels so frustrating because I now need to start the entire process again.

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You can call the health centre, explain the situation, say they forgot to do some of the bloods and ask if you can arrange to get them done asap.
(I think it’s a simple human error of forgetting to tick boxes on the form. I can’t imagine they’d do it on purpose to piss you off )
If they won’t and you do have to start again though, I’d complain to the practise manager.

jamandcustard · 16/01/2026 17:58

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:54

its not really acceptable to miss out half the bloods you say you’re going to order though?

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You don't know that he did. Maybe the phlebotomist made a mistake. Maybe the form got lost somewhere or the receptionist didn't input things properly.

Honestly, you're starting to sound like a petulant child. Just ring and get it sorted. If, after you've given them a chance to make it right, they fob you off or cause an issue, then you can be angry.

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:54

ForLoveNotMoney · 16/01/2026 17:53

Have you actually called them? Surely the Gp can just order without needing to see you again.

I got the message at 4:55 that they had received the results and they were normal.

I read it at 5, when I finished work. Their phone lines close at 5.

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jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:54

jamandcustard · 16/01/2026 17:53

You're not being minimised. People make mistakes all the time.

Just ring on Monday and explain and ask for the thyroid tests as requested. It should all be there on your notes so it shouldn't be an issue.

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its not really acceptable to miss out half the bloods you say you’re going to order though?

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jamandcustard · 16/01/2026 17:53

jt1952 · 16/01/2026 17:52

Because I’m fucking angry at it being minimised.

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You're not being minimised. People make mistakes all the time.

Just ring on Monday and explain and ask for the thyroid tests as requested. It should all be there on your notes so it shouldn't be an issue.

ForLoveNotMoney · 16/01/2026 17:53

Have you actually called them? Surely the Gp can just order without needing to see you again.

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