Coronavirus: Phlebotomy Service Changes From Monday 23rd March
We are making a number of changes to our Phlebotomy (blood taking) service as a result of the effects of Coronavirus. These changes will help to ensure we have sufficient staff to provide a safe service and in the case of the KGH changes minimise the risk to patients of attending a busy hospital site and coming into contact with others who may have the virus.
From Monday 23rd March :
We will no longer be able to provide a walk in Phlebotomy Service at Rectory Road Clinic - instead patients can access the service at either Nene Park, Irthlingborough or Isebrook Hospital, Wellingborough. Both sites are open between 8 am and 3.30pm. (Other services provided at Rectory Road Clinic will not be affected.)
We will not be taking blood from patients referred by their GPs at KGH (Kettering General Hospital) - instead we are increasing the number of appointments at Kettering Borough Council and extending into the afternoon. This is an appointment only service and to make an appointment patients should ring 01536 535600. Appointments are available between 8am and 4.30pm Monday - Friday.
Children's blood tests will only be available as a prebooked service - this ensures that we are able to direct children and their parents to the most suitable available location. Please telephone 01536 492694 to make an appointment for a child's blood test.
These arrangements are intended to be temporary for the duration of the coronavirus response and will be reviewed on a regular basis.