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Private blood testing at Harrow Clinics for Harrow residents
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Private Blood Tests in Harrow

Private blood tests in the heart of Harrow, on the Hill's High Street. Choose a single marker or a full health screen, with results reviewed by a pharmacist.

UKAS-accredited labsPharmacist-reviewedSame-day appointmentsResults in 24 to 48h
In short

You can get a private blood test in Harrow at Harrow Clinics, 106 High Street, Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3LP, on the High Street in the HA1 town centre. No GP referral is needed, the venous blood sample takes about five minutes, and pharmacist-reviewed results are emailed to you in 24 to 48 hours.

Key takeaways
  • Harrow Clinics offers private blood tests at 106 High Street, Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3LP, in the HA1 town centre.
  • No GP referral is needed for a private blood test at Harrow Clinics, self-referral booking is online or on 020 8869 1200.
  • Samples are processed at a UKAS-accredited laboratory, the same standard the NHS uses.
  • Results are reviewed by a pharmacist and emailed within 24 to 48 hours, with a printable PDF for your GP.
  • The clinic is on the High Street itself, about a two-minute walk from much of Harrow town centre.

At a glance

ServicePrivate blood testing and phlebotomy
ServingHarrow and Harrow on the Hill, HA1, London Borough of Harrow
Clinic address106 High Street, Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3LP
Nearest stationHarrow-on-the-Hill, Metropolitan line and Chiltern Railways
Getting here from HarrowOn the High Street itself, about a 2 minute walk from the town centre
Appointment lengthAbout 5 minutes for the venous blood sample
GP referralNot required, self-referral
Results turnaround24 to 48 hours, pharmacist-reviewed
RegulatorGPhC premises 1114125, samples processed at a UKAS-accredited laboratory

Private blood tests for Harrow residents

Harrow Clinics sits right on Harrow on the Hill High Street, in the middle of the HA1 town centre. For local residents and the people who work in the shops, offices and schools around the Hill, it is the fastest way to get a blood test without waiting for a routine GP appointment. Give a sample in around five minutes and let our pharmacist review the results before they reach you.

Popular panels

Whether you want to check one thing or get a full picture of your health, there is a panel to match. Popular choices include:

  • Full blood count, for energy, immunity and general wellbeing
  • Cholesterol and lipid profile, for heart health
  • HbA1c, for diabetes and blood sugar control
  • Liver and kidney function panels
  • Thyroid panels, from a single TSH to a full thyroid profile
  • Iron studies, vitamin D and vitamin B12
  • Hormone and general-health screens covering 50 or more markers

Samples are processed at a UKAS-accredited laboratory and prices vary by panel, so see our booking page for current rates.

Getting to Harrow Clinics from Harrow

We are at 106 High Street, Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3LP, on the High Street itself. From anywhere in central Harrow it is a short walk, and Harrow-on-the-Hill station on the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines is a couple of minutes away, with parking nearby.

Ready when you are, book a blood test online or call 020 8869 1200.

Official guidance

Private blood testing with UKAS-accredited labs and a pharmacist review.

20+ panel choices

From a single test such as thyroid TSH to full general-health panels covering 50 or more markers.

Same-day phlebotomy

Trained clinical staff for adults and children, under 16 with parental consent.

UKAS-accredited laboratory

Samples processed at a UKAS-accredited laboratory, the same standard the NHS uses, with audited reference ranges.

Results in 24 to 48 hours

Emailed to you, with a printable PDF for your GP.

Pharmacist-reviewed

A pharmacist annotates flags and next steps before your results reach you, not just a raw lab report.

Free GP summary letter

If results need GP follow-up, we provide a summary letter you can email or print for your appointment.

Self-referral private blood test vs the GP-referral route

Both routes use accredited laboratory testing. A blood test measures markers, it does not diagnose on its own.
GP-referral routeSelf-referral at Harrow Clinics
How you bookYour GP requests the test after a consultation and decides what is clinically indicatedYou book online or on 020 8869 1200 and choose the panel yourself, no referral letter needed
Lead timeDepends on GP appointment availability and the practice phlebotomy scheduleSame-day and booked appointments on Harrow High Street
Choice of panelLimited to what is clinically indicated for your symptomsYou choose, from a single marker such as thyroid TSH to a general health screen
TurnaroundVaries by practice and laboratoryUsually 24 to 48 hours
Who explains the resultYour GP or the requesting clinicianA pharmacist annotates flags and next steps, your GP remains responsible for diagnosis
What happens nextFollow-up, further tests or treatment arranged within the NHS pathwayYou receive a printable PDF and a summary letter to take to your GP if follow-up is needed
CostFunded by the NHS where clinically indicatedPaid privately, see our booking page for current rates

Three steps from sample to results.

Sample, lab, results. Usually 24 to 48 hours start to finish.

  1. 01

    Pick your panel

    Choose from single tests, organ panels or comprehensive screens. Not sure? A short free consultation helps scope the right panel for your concerns.

  2. 02

    Same-day sample

    Walk-in or booked appointment. The sample takes about 5 minutes. We label, store and courier it to the laboratory the same evening.

  3. 03

    Results in 24 to 48 hours

    Reviewed by our pharmacist and emailed to you with flags and recommendations, plus a PDF for your GP if needed.

Questions people ask about Harrow

Do I need a GP referral for a private blood test in Harrow?

No, you can self-refer. Booking at Harrow Clinics on Harrow High Street is done online or on 020 8869 1200, and no referral letter is required. A private blood test measures the markers you choose, and your GP or specialist remains responsible for diagnosis and treatment decisions.

How long do blood test results take in Harrow?

Results are usually back within 24 to 48 hours. The venous blood sample is couriered to an accredited laboratory the same evening, and a pharmacist reviews the report before it is emailed to you, along with a printable PDF you can take to your GP.

Do I need to fast before a blood test on Harrow High Street?

Only for some tests. Lipids and glucose usually need a fast of 8 to 12 hours with water only, while many other tests do not. You are told when you book whether fasting applies, so you can choose an early slot before breakfast in the town centre.

How long does a blood test appointment take in Harrow town centre?

The venous blood sample itself takes about five minutes. Allow a little longer if you want a short conversation first about which panel suits what you want to check. Being on the High Street, most people in the HA1 town centre fit it into a lunch break.

Can I have a private blood test in Harrow if I have no symptoms?

Yes. Many people book simply to check markers such as full blood count, cholesterol, thyroid function or vitamin D. A blood test measures those markers rather than diagnosing anything, and a clinician interprets them alongside your history and any symptoms.

What happens if one of my results is outside the reference range?

The report shows each marker with its reference range and flags any value sitting outside it. A pharmacist adds a note on what the flag means and whether to follow up. Interpretation and any diagnosis remain with your GP or specialist.

Can I take my private blood test results to my GP in Harrow?

Yes. You receive a printable PDF report, and a summary letter is provided if results need GP follow-up. NHS GPs accept private results as supporting information, and they may repeat tests through their own laboratory before any formal diagnosis.

How far is Harrow Clinics from Harrow town centre?

It is in the town centre, on Harrow on the Hill High Street itself, about a two-minute walk from much of HA1. Harrow-on-the-Hill station, served by the Metropolitan line and Chiltern Railways, is a short walk away at the foot of the hill, with parking nearby.

Clinically reviewed by
Avni Kanabar

Avni Kanabar is a GPhC-registered pharmacist at Harrow Clinics on Harrow on the Hill High Street, providing pharmacist-led travel health, weight management and blood testing for the HA community.

GPhC 2225518Verify on the GPhC register

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about private blood tests.

Common panels include full blood count, cholesterol and lipids, HbA1c for diabetes, liver and kidney function, thyroid, iron studies, vitamin D, B12, hormone panels and inflammation markers. Full panels are available, see our booking page or ask at your appointment.

It varies by panel. Single tests, organ panels and comprehensive screens have different rates, and we give exact pricing at booking. See our booking page for current rates.

A standard UKAS-format report with each marker, your result, the reference range and any flag, plus a pharmacist note on what the flags mean and whether to follow up with your GP.

NHS GPs accept private results as supporting information, though they may repeat tests through their own labs before a formal diagnosis. UKAS results are clinically interchangeable.

No. You can book directly online or by calling 020 8869 1200.

Yes, under-16s with parental consent and accompanied. A fingerprick option is available for some tests where a venous draw is difficult.

Some tests such as lipids and glucose require fasting. We tell you when booking whether you need to fast for 8 to 12 hours, with water only. Many tests do not require fasting.

Harrow Clinics, 106 High Street, Harrow on the Hill, HA1 3LP. We are in the HA1 town centre on the High Street itself, a short walk from Harrow-on-the-Hill station on the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines, with parking nearby.

Book a private blood test in Harrow

You are in the middle of Harrow town centre, so a blood test is minutes away on the High Street. Book a blood test online or call 020 8869 1200 and have pharmacist-reviewed results in 24 to 48 hours.

UKAS-accredited labsPharmacist-reviewedSame-day appointmentsNo GP referral
Sources
  1. NHS — Blood tests, what they are and what they show (accessed 2026-07-23)
  2. UKAS — Accredited medical laboratories (accessed 2026-07-23)
  3. NICE CKS — Clinical knowledge summaries (accessed 2026-07-23)
  4. Royal College of Pathologists — Guidance on phlebotomy and sample handling (accessed 2026-07-23)
  5. General Pharmaceutical Council — Register entry, Avni Kanabar (Reg. 2225518) (accessed 2026-07-23)

NHS blood tests · Royal College of Pathologists · UKAS

Information on this page is for general guidance. Private blood test results are supplementary to clinical assessment. Your GP or specialist remains responsible for diagnosis and treatment decisions.

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