You may be aware via media reports or your GP that some GP practices will no longer be providing secondary care-ordered blood tests from Tuesday 1 April 2025.

From Tuesday 1 April 2025 there will be community phlebotomy clinics provided by the Royal Devon in Bideford, Torrington and Holsworthy. Secondary care doctors will continue to place an orders for these tests as normal.

If you have any queries or concerns please contact rduh.communityphlebotomyservice@nhs.net

Patients who have been referred can contact the team on 01395 519 922 if they have any questions.

Thank you for your understanding and support.