Understanding my results
What your test has found and if you need further tests.
Results of your test
Your bowel screening results
Once you send your poo sample in the post, you will be sent a letter with the results of the test within 14 days.
If everything looks OK, you will be sent another test in 2 years.
Further tests required
If there is blood in your poo a nurse will phone you to talk to you about your result.
She will let you know if you need to go for more tests or not.
Why do I have blood in my poo?
Your poo could contain blood for a number or reasons, like:
- Haemorrhoids or piles. These are not usually serious.
- Bowel polyps. These are not usually serious but some polyps can turn into bowel cancer.
- Bowel cancer. This can be serious if not found early.
Further test
If you need further tests this is usually a test called a colonoscopy.
It helps to find out why there is blood in your poo.
You can find more information on the next page (Further tests).
If you need more help
Ask somebody you trust like a support worker, family member or friend to help.
Help or questions
If you are worried about anything to do with the test, call this helpline number: 0800 0121 833 (textphone 18001 0800 0121 833).
