What does this service provide?

Who we are 

We are a team of phlebotomists who provide both routine and urgent blood tests to those over the age of 16 who are registered with a Brighton and Hove GP. 

What we do 

We offer home visits for blood tests for housebound individuals or clinic appointments for patients who are mobile. 

Appointment information

Appointment types 

Our appointments are always face to face. 

Who you'll see at your appointment

You will be seen by one of our team of fully trained phlebotomists who will obtain your blood sample and ensure collection for testing. 

Where your appointment will be 

If you are housebound, your appointment will be at your home. If you have a pre-booked clinic appointment it will take place at one of our two clinics. You will be advised on the location at the time of booking your appointment or via an appointment text message. 

What will happen at your appointment  

One of our phlebotomists will confirm your identity and any other information that is required for your blood test. Your blood will then be taken, with any medical equipment disposed of and removed by the team at the end of our visit. 

What happens after my treatment or therapy plan ends? 

Our service is often short term and single visits only. However, it may be that our team visit you on a longer-term basis for repeat blood monitoring. This will be subject to your individual needs. 

How can I access this service?

For home visits, your GP will need to make a referral. After we receive this referral our team will call you to arrange your visit. Our home visit service is only available for patients who are unable to leave their home and who would usually receive a home visit from their GP. 

Clinic appointments can be made via a self-referral following instruction form your GP. You can then contact our service using the contact details below 

Where can I access this service?

 

Contact details
Clinic contact details
Telephone: 01273 265 580
Community contact details
Telephone: 01273 265 606 or your GP
Where to find us
Address: Hove Polyclinic, Nevill Avenue, Hove, BN3 7HY

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Address: Moulscoomb Health Centre, Hodshove Road, Brighton, BN2 4SE

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Opening hours

Our clinic at Hove Polyclinic is open Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 3:20pm to allow for pre booked appointments. Our clinic at Moulscoomb Health Centre is (open on Tuesdays 8:30am to 3:20pm) for pre booked appointments.

Waiting times

The Phlebotomy Service is able to support both urgent and routine blood tests. At the time of booking your appointment, our administrative team may ask you some further questions regarding information that may be found on your blood form supplied by your GP. This will enable us to book the most appropriate appointment for you and support our waiting times.  

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If you need advice about our services, facilities or staff, or would like to make a comment, please contact Patient Advice and Liaison Services (PALS).

Contact details

You can contact PALS by the following:

Telephone: 01273 242 292

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