
To improve patient experience and reduce waiting times, Salisbury Hospital is changing the way it provides GP requested blood tests through our Pathology Department.
From Monday 10th August 2026, patients must book an appointment online.
The is available to use now.
There will no longer be a walk-in service for GP requested blood tests.
Alternatively, you can arrange to have your blood test at your GP Surgery or at the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Salisbury City Centre – .
Please note: Outpatients and those with a Blood Passport do not need to book.
The online booking system will:
If you wish to share any feedback about our service please contact sft.pals@nhs.net.
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Blood test appointments for GP patients can be booked at:
If you do not have internet access or need help using the online system:
Some blood tests require special preparation, such as fasting.
Please wear loose clothing to allow easy access to your arm.
Please arrive no more than 5 minutes before your appointment time.
Appointments are time‑limited. If you arrive late, you may need to rebook using the online system.
If you can no longer attend, please use the link in your confirmation message to change or cancel your appointment online as soon as possible.
Please keep your confirmation email or text message until after your appointment has taken place.
This helps us offer appointments to other GP patients.
Your blood test results will be sent to your GP surgery.
If you need reasonable adjustments for your appointment (for example mobility needs, needle anxiety, learning disability support, or interpreter services), please tell your GP surgery before booking.
Children over 5 years can have a blood test at the hospital by booking an appointment using theÌý or if your child needs extra support, you can contact the Children’s Outpatients Unit to book an appointment there.
Children under 5 years: telephone 01722 336262 ext. 2414 to book.
Please note: children cannot attend the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) for a blood test.
No. Blood Passport holders can continue to attend the Pathology Department as a walk-in service.
No. Blood tests requested by hospital clinicians will continue to operate as a walk-in service at the Pathology Department.
No, you can use a walk-in service which is available Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00.
No. These must be pre-booked by phoning 01722 429017.Ìý
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Anticoagulation clinics are held in the Pathology Department on weekdays from 09.30 until 12:00 noon. Attendance must be booked in advance by calling 01722 429006.
These clinics are for patients new to anti-coagulation or for patients who need to see the anticoagulant nurse.
Our staff at SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Hospital have long been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment they provide for our patients and for their innovation, commitment and professionalism. This has been recognised in a wide range of achievements and it is reflected in our award of NHS Foundation Trust status. This is afforded to hospitals that provide the highest standards of care.