Pulmonary Embolism Support Group
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Hi all
Wanted to know where those in the UK are having their INR testing.
I have been going to the local hospital but have been told that Primary Care Trusts are now switching services to GP surgeries.
My GP is great but I find this a bit worrying. Much as I moaned about the waiting around, the specialist nurse I see at the warfarin clinic has been a brilliant source of support and information. Surely there is nothing that can replace this knowledge and experience.
What a shame
Kate x
Wanted to know where those in the UK are having their INR testing.
I have been going to the local hospital but have been told that Primary Care Trusts are now switching services to GP surgeries.
My GP is great but I find this a bit worrying. Much as I moaned about the waiting around, the specialist nurse I see at the warfarin clinic has been a brilliant source of support and information. Surely there is nothing that can replace this knowledge and experience.
What a shame
Kate x
I'm in the UK and also go to my local hospital for INR tests.
I have been asked if I would prefer to go to my GP surgery as clinics are held there now but they take a syringe of blood then send it off for testing. At the hospital its just a thumb prick that's tested straight away. If the warfarin dose needs changing the nurse is there to discuss it.
I decided that I would rather go to the hospital even though my GP surgery is nearer and its easier to park! As far as I know - there is no mention of the clinics being transferred away from the hospital - its just another option for anyone who has trouble getting there - Sandie
Mine is the other way round, syringe full at the hospital and will be finger prick at GP.
Like you up untill now I have had a choice. Now the hospital one is going to close by new year.
So no choice then!
Kate x
I've always had my INR tested at my GP surgery, by the phlebotomist there! They take some blood and then send it to the hospital for testing - then within 2 days, i receive an information sheet stating my INR, how much warfarin i should take, and when i should have my blood tested again! I just presumed that everyone did it like that...this post showed me i was totally wrong, haha! xx