Thyroid Function Blood Test
PopularChecks how well your thyroid is working. Often used for tiredness, weight change or feeling cold.
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Skip the hospital queue and the parking charges. Swift Blood Tests offers private blood tests at our main clinic on the Billericay border, at partner clinics across the UK, or with a home visit across Essex, Bromley and Surrey. Most tests can be booked directly with no GP referral, and appointments start from £40.
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- Appointments from £40
- No GP referral required
- No Swiftqueue wait: GP forms at home, £40
- UKAS-accredited laboratories
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Popular private blood tests
Choose from more than 200 private blood tests, from single markers to broader panels. The most booked tests cover thyroid function, hormones, vitamins, fertility, men's and women's health, cholesterol and genetic testing. Each test page lists what it measures, how to prepare and the price, so you can compare before you book. The home visit fee is included on private tests, or you can browse the full range of blood tests.
Checks your vitamin D level, linked to bone health, mood and energy.
Testosterone Blood Test
PopularMeasures testosterone, linked to energy, libido and mood. Best taken between 7am and 10am.
Checks your cholesterol levels to help you understand your heart health.
Your average blood sugar over the last two to three months.
Checks iron levels, often looked at when you feel tired or look pale.
Key female hormones, used for cycle, fertility and menopause questions.
Genotype Blood Test
Most searchedA genotype blood test in the UK shows if you are AA, AS, AC or SS. Often checked before marriage or starting a family.
Checks your egg reserve (AMH). A popular private fertility blood test, with no GP referral.
Early gender blood test from 6 weeks pregnant, taken at home or in clinic.
Measures C-reactive protein, a marker of infection and inflammation in the body.
HIV 1 and 2 antibodies with p24 antigen. Confidential, with no GP referral.
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You don't need to know the name of a test to get started. Pick the area you want to look into and you'll see the tests usually used to check it. Still unsure? Call 01277 652067 and we'll talk you through the options before you book. A blood test measures markers in your blood; it doesn't give a diagnosis on its own, so discuss your results with your GP or another qualified healthcare professional where appropriate.
General healthFull blood count, MOTs
Men's healthTestosterone, male hormones
Women's healthMenopause, PCOS
HormonesCortisol, oestradiol
ThyroidTSH, T4, antibodies
Vitamins and nutritionVitamin D, B12, folate
Fertility and AMHAMH, FSH, LH
Sexual healthConfidential screening
InflammationCRP and ESR
DiabetesHbA1c, glucose
Liver and kidneyLFT, kidney function
Heart and cholesterolLipid profile
Allergy and intoleranceSearch the test finder
Sports and performanceIron, CK, vitamins
Book your way
There are three ways to use Swift. You can choose and pay for your own private blood test, then have it taken at our clinic, a partner clinic or at home. If your GP or hospital has already given you a blood form, we simply take the sample and get it to their laboratory. And if you've bought a finger-prick kit elsewhere, we can collect the sample for you.
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Private blood test, clinic or home
Pick from our full range without a GP referral, then choose a clinic appointment at our main clinic or a partner clinic, or a home visit.
- Clinic or home visit
- Results by email or secure portal
- Pay online or on the day
From £40 appointment
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Home blood test for GP and hospital forms
Can't get a Swiftqueue blood test appointment?
Waiting weeks for an NHS slot at Basildon Hospital, St Andrew's in Billericay or Brentwood Community Hospital? We take the blood for your GP or hospital form at home and deliver it to their laboratory.
- Any GP surgery or hospital form
- Sent to the lab within 24 hours
- No fee if we can't take a sample
£40 home visit
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Bought a kit elsewhere?
Home kit collection
Struggling with a finger-prick kit from Medichecks, Thriva or another provider? We'll take the sample properly for you.
- Correct technique and handling
- At home or in clinic
- Bring your kit to the appointment
£40 per collection
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Home blood tests with a visiting phlebotomist
A home blood draw means a trained phlebotomist comes to your home or workplace, takes a venous blood sample from your arm and arranges for it to reach the laboratory. It isn't a postal finger-prick kit: the sample is taken for you, just as it would be in a clinic. We visit homes across Essex, Bromley and Surrey.
When a home visit helps
Useful if you're unwell, have limited mobility or can't take time off work. Children and nervous patients often find it easier at home too.
How booking works
Choose your test, select a home visit and pick a time. Weekday appointments start from 6am, which helps if you need to fast.
What happens on the day
Your phlebotomist confirms your details, then takes the sample with single-use equipment. Most visits take around 10 to 15 minutes.
Getting your sample to the lab
Each tube is labelled with your details at the time of collection and couriered to the laboratory the same day, so it arrives in good condition for analysis.
GP and hospital forms
Already have a request form from your GP, consultant or hospital? We take the sample at home and deliver it to the laboratory named on the form. Results go back to the clinician who requested them.
What a home visit costs
The home visit fee is included in the price of private tests. A home blood draw for a GP or hospital form, or collection for a kit bought elsewhere, costs £40. Full details are on our home phlebotomy services page.
| What you need | Swift Blood Tests | Typical elsewhere in the UK |
|---|---|---|
| Home visit with a private blood test | Included in the test price | £59 to £75 on top of the test |
| Home blood draw for a GP or hospital form | £40 | £50 to £75 |
| Sample collection for a kit bought elsewhere | £40 at home or in clinic | £45 in clinic, £65 at home |
Prices from other providers' public websites in September 2026. They can change, so check before you compare.
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Enter your full postcode to see your nearest clinics and whether we can visit your home.
We have 20+ locations across the UK. Not sure which is closest? Call 01277 652067.
Health MOTs and packages
An individual blood test measures one marker, or a small related group, and suits a specific question, such as checking your vitamin D or thyroid function. A health screening panel, often called a health MOT, measures many markers from one sample for a broader view of areas like general health, cholesterol, blood sugar, liver and kidney function, hormones and vitamins. Panels suit a routine check-up rather than one question. Each package page lists exactly what's included.
Men's Health MOT
A broad check of men's general health, all in one appointment.
price£155
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Women's Health MOT
A broad check of women's general health, all in one appointment.
price£155
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Ultimate Men's Health
Our most comprehensive men's panel, for a detailed picture of your health.
price£175
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Ultimate Women's Health
Our most comprehensive women's panel, for a detailed picture of your health.
price£175
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Children's Health MOT
A gentle general health check for children aged 6 and over.
price£160
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Sports and Performance Check
Vitamin D, B12, magnesium, ferritin, CK, CRP, glucose and electrolytes for active people.
price£230
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How it works
Booking takes a few minutes online, or call us if you'd rather speak to someone first.
Choose your test
Search or browse the full range, or start from a health concern. If you're unsure, call us and we'll help you choose.
Choose clinic or home
Pick a clinic appointment or a home visit and a time that suits you, then pay securely online.
Have your sample taken
A trained phlebotomist takes a small venous blood sample. Check your test page first in case you need to fast.
Laboratory analysis
Your sample goes to an accredited laboratory, where the markers included in your test are analysed.
Receive your results
Private results are sent to you securely. Results from GP or hospital forms go to the clinician who requested them.
Why Choose Swift Blood Tests?
Swift Blood Tests is an Essex-based private blood testing service offering clinic appointments, partner clinics and home visits. These are the practical differences patients notice when they book with us.
- CQC registeredRegistered with the Care Quality Commission as a healthcare provider
- UKAS-accredited labsSamples are analysed by UKAS-accredited laboratories
- Clinic or homeOur clinic, partner clinics, or a home visit across Essex, Bromley and Surrey
- Clear pricesEvery price is shown before you book, with the home visit fee included on private tests
- DBS-checked and insuredSo you know exactly who is visiting your home
- Scared of needles?Needle-phobic adults and children are what we specialise in. We take our time.
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"Friendly and helpful staff. Arranged an appointment for the next day at home. Joanne took the blood tests and delivered them to my local hospital within 35 minutes. I cannot recommend Swift Blood Tests highly enough."
"Amazing service, had my blood taken by Sarah, so quick and convenient. Sarah was very professional, also friendly. Swift bloods are definitely the way to go."
Who takes your blood
Our phlebotomists include Joanne MacLean, whom many patients mention by name in reviews. The team collects blood from over 500 patients a month.
How your data is handled
Your details and results are stored securely and shared only with you, or with the clinician named on your request form. We don't share your information with third parties without your consent. See our privacy policy.
Talk to a real person
Call 01277 652067, WhatsApp 07308 136364 or email enquiries@swiftbloodtests.co.uk. You can also read more about the Swift team or contact us.
What happens after your blood sample is taken
The process is the same whether your blood is taken in clinic or during a home visit, and knowing each step can make the wait for results easier.
Turnaround depends on the test. Many results come back within a few days, some specialist tests take longer, and selected tests offer same-day turnaround. The expected time is shown on each test page before you book. A blood test on its own isn't a diagnosis, so please discuss your results with your GP or another qualified healthcare professional where appropriate.
See turnaround for each test- Sample collectedBlood is taken at the clinic or during a home visit, usually from a vein in your arm.
- Sample identifiedEach tube is labelled with your details and the tests requested at the point of collection.
- Sent to the laboratorySamples are sent to the appropriate laboratory the same day. Form samples go to the lab named on your form.
- Laboratory analysisThe lab measures the markers included in your test, such as hormones, vitamins or cholesterol.
- Results returnedPrivate results are sent to you securely. Form results go to the clinician who requested them.
Our clinic, partner clinics and home visit areas
Our main clinic is at Unit 7 Whites Farm, Barleylands Road, Basildon SS15 4BG, on the Billericay border, with early weekday and Saturday morning appointments. We also work with partner clinics across the UK, and our phlebotomists visit homes and workplaces across Essex, Bromley and Surrey. Use the clinic finder to see the options closest to your postcode.
Blood tests in BillericayMain clinic on the Billericay border. Weekday and Saturday appointments
Blood tests in BasildonClinic at Barleylands Road, plus home visits
Blood tests in BrentwoodHome and workplace visits
Blood tests in ChelmsfordHome visits across Chelmsford and Mid Essex
Blood tests in ThurrockHome visits in Grays and Stanford-le-Hope
Blood tests in MaldonHome visits in Maldon and nearby villages
Blood tests in BromleyHome visits across Bromley
Blood tests in SurreyHome visits across Surrey, including Sunbury
Can't see your town? View all locations or call 01277 652067.
Private blood test questions
Do I need a GP referral for a private blood test?
No. Most private blood tests can be booked directly online or by phone, without a GP referral. You choose the test, pay for it and receive the results yourself. If your GP or consultant has already given you a request form, we can take that sample too, and the results go back to the clinician who requested them.
How much does a private blood test cost?
It depends on the test. Single tests such as testosterone or vitamin D are listed from around £30 to £40, while health screening panels cost more. Clinic and home appointments start from £40, the home visit fee is included on private tests, and every price is shown before you pay. A home blood draw for a GP or hospital form costs £40.
Can I book a blood test online?
Yes. Choose your test, pick a clinic appointment or home visit, select a time and pay securely online. It usually takes a few minutes. For an urgent same-day appointment, call 01277 652067 or message us on WhatsApp on 07308 136364.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Same-day and next-day appointments are often available, and our clinic opens from 6am on weekdays and on Saturday mornings. Availability depends on your location, so the booking page shows the next free slots. If it's urgent, call us so we can check today's availability.
Can someone come to my home to take blood?
Yes. Our phlebotomists visit homes and workplaces across Essex, Bromley and Surrey. They bring everything needed, take your sample and arrange for it to reach the laboratory the same day. The home visit fee is included on private tests.
What is home phlebotomy?
Phlebotomy is the medical term for taking blood from a vein. Home phlebotomy means a trained phlebotomist does this at your home instead of a clinic or hospital. It's different from a postal finger-prick kit, where you collect the sample yourself. Read more about our home phlebotomy service.
Can you take blood for a GP or hospital form?
Yes. We take the sample at home or in clinic and deliver it to the laboratory named on your form, for £40. Patients often use this when NHS appointments at Basildon Hospital, St Andrew's in Billericay or Brentwood Community Hospital are hard to get. Results go to the clinician who requested the test.
Is Swift Blood Tests the same as Swiftqueue?
No. Swiftqueue is the NHS booking system used by many hospitals and GP surgeries. Swift Blood Tests is an independent private service. If you can't get a Swiftqueue appointment, we can take the blood for your GP or hospital form at home, or you can book a private test with us directly.
Where is my nearest Swift Blood Tests clinic?
Our main clinic is at Unit 7 Whites Farm, Barleylands Road, Basildon SS15 4BG, on the Billericay border, and we work with partner clinics across the UK. Enter your postcode on our Find Your Nearest Clinic page to see the closest options, sorted by distance.
What areas do you cover for home visits?
We visit homes across Essex, including Billericay, Basildon, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Thurrock and Maldon, as well as Bromley and parts of Surrey. If you're not sure we cover your address, use the postcode checker above or call 01277 652067 and we'll confirm before you book.
How quickly will I receive my results?
It depends on the test. Many results come back within a few days, some specialist tests take longer, and selected tests offer same-day turnaround. The expected time is shown on each test page. Private results are sent to you securely; results from GP and hospital forms go to your surgery or consultant.
How do I choose the right blood test?
Start with a health concern above, or search for a test by name. Each test page explains what it measures and how to prepare. If you're still unsure, call us before booking. We can't diagnose symptoms, so if you're unwell or worried, please also speak to your GP or NHS 111.
What happens to my sample after collection?
Your tubes are labelled at the point of collection and sent to the appropriate laboratory the same day. The lab analyses the markers included in your test, and the results are returned securely to you, or to the clinician who requested them. Each step is explained in the section above.
Are my results confidential?
Yes. Your details and results are stored securely and shared only with you, or with the clinician named on your request form. We don't share your information with third parties without your consent. See our privacy policy.
Do I need to fast before a blood test?
Only for some tests. Fasting is usually needed for tests such as fasting glucose, and some hormones, such as testosterone, are best measured in the morning. Each test page lists any preparation. Our clinic opens from 6am on weekdays, which makes fasting easier.
Can you take blood from children or nervous patients?
Yes. We take blood from children aged 6 and over, with a parent or guardian present, and we specialise in needle-phobic patients. Tell us when you book and we'll allow extra time, in clinic or at home.
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Choose your test and a time online, call us, or leave your details and we'll arrange it for you.
Work hours
- Monday to Friday
- 6am to 8pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 12pm
- Sunday
- Closed