Blood test in Patong
Feeling unwell and not knowing why is unsettling, especially far from home. A blood test in Patong often answers the question in a single visit. We take the sample at our clinic on Prachanukroh Road and most results come back the same day.
You do not need a referral and you do not need an appointment. Walk in, and if the doctor agrees a test will change what happens next, we do it there and then.
Blood tests we run
- Full blood count — checks red cells, white cells and platelet count. This is the main test when we suspect infection or dengue.
- Dengue rapid test — looks for NS1 antigen and dengue antibodies.
- Malaria and other tropical screens — where your travel history suggests it.
- Liver and kidney function — useful after heavy drinking, or when medicine needs checking.
- Blood sugar and HbA1c — for diabetes screening or monitoring.
- Cholesterol and lipids — part of a general health check.
- Thyroid function — for unexplained tiredness, weight change or palpitations.
- STD blood screening — private and discreet.
Why a blood test matters when you have a fever in Patong
This is the part worth reading. In Phuket, fever with headache and aching muscles could be flu, could be a bacterial infection, or could be dengue. They look almost identical in the first two days, and the treatment differs.
Getting this wrong has consequences. Someone with dengue who takes ibuprofen for the aches raises their bleeding risk while their platelet count is falling. A blood test sorts that out quickly, which is why we test rather than guess.
How long results take
Rapid tests, like dengue, are back within the same visit. A full blood count is usually ready the same day. More detailed panels such as thyroid or hormone tests can take a day or two, and we tell you the timing before you agree to the test.
Results are explained by a doctor, not just handed over as a sheet of numbers. You get a printed copy in English to take home or send to your own doctor.
Do you need to fast?
For most tests, no. Fasting is needed for accurate cholesterol and fasting glucose results, which means no food for 8 to 12 hours, water only. If you turn up having eaten and the test needs fasting, we will tell you and you can come back the next morning.
Keep drinking water before your test. Being well hydrated makes the vein easier to find and the whole thing quicker.
What the test itself is like
A nurse cleans your arm, places a small needle in a vein and fills one or more tubes. It takes under a minute. Some people feel a brief sting. If you are nervous about needles or have fainted before, say so and you can lie down for it.
Health checks for expats and long stays
Plenty of our patients live in Phuket rather than visit. If you have not had bloods done in a while, a general screen covering blood count, liver, kidney, sugar and cholesterol is a sensible yearly habit, and it picks up problems long before you feel them.
Common questions about blood tests in Patong
How much does a blood test cost in Patong?
It depends on which panel you need. Message us with what you are worried about and we will quote before you come in.
Can I get a test without seeing a doctor?
You can request specific tests, but we prefer the doctor to check you first. It often changes which tests are worth running and saves you money.
Can you take blood at my hotel?
Yes. Our doctor and nurse can draw blood during a hotel visit and take the samples back for processing.
Will my insurance cover it?
Usually, when the test was medically needed. We provide the itemised receipt and doctor’s report insurers ask for.
Can I get results by email?
Yes, we can send your results and the doctor’s notes to you in English.