Phlebotomy (Blood Tests)

In response to the increasing demand of blood tests on GP Surgeries, GP Primary Choice opened three ad hoc sites to operate in conjunction with GP Surgery demand, allowing for the need for urgent and routine bloods to be carried out within their required timeframes.

Blood Testing Suite in Clacton hospital

Where can I get a blood test?

These are busy clinics with timed appointments. In order to help our staff keep the clinic running on time could you please remove your coat and jackets before entering the clinic. We have a receptionist on site at Clacton & Colchester during all shifts who will be happy to help with any queries you may have on arrival.

Colchester Primary Care Centre

Turner Rd, Colchester CO4 5JR

Monday to Wednesday 07:15 – 15:00, and Thursday to Friday 08:00 – 15:00. You can book via the following link: www.swiftqueue.co.uk or if you cannot book online please contact Service Desk on 0300 303 5299. The service desk is open from 8:00-17:00

Clacton District Hospital

Tower Rd, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1LH

Appointments are available to book Monday to Friday 08:00 – 19:45, Saturday and Sunday 08:00 – 13:45. You can book via the following link: www.swiftqueue.co.uk or if you cannot book online please contact Service Desk on 0300 303 5299. The service desk is open from 8:00-17:00.

Harwich Blood Clinic

Fryatt Hospital, 419 Main Road, Harwich, CO12 4EX

Blood Clinic is open:

Mon & Tues 08:00 – 14:50
Wed to Fri 08:00 – 12:20

You can book via the following link: www.swiftqueue.co.uk or if you cannot book online please contact Service Desk on 0300 303 5299. The service desk is open from 8:00-17:00

GP Surgery

You can request a blood test from your surgery at any time, many surgeries will carry this out themselves, however, you may wish to go to an alternate clinic if waiting times are high, or availability is scarce.