Blood tests (Adults)

The Adult Phlebotomy (Blood Tests)offer two types of services

• GP referral service
• Out-patient clinic referral service

Please read the inforamtion below depending on the service you require.

Opening hours

• GP referral service 10am to 1.30 pm. Monday to Friday
• Out-patient clinic referral service 8am to 4.45pm.

GP Blood Tests
When coming to the hospital for GP blood tests you enter via the main entrance, turn right on the main hospital corridor and then take first right.
Take a pink ticket and take a seat on blue chairs.
You must have a Tallaght Hospital request form signed by your GP to avail of this service.
Confirm with your GP if you are required to fast for blood test.

You may have sips of water during your fast. Check with your GP if you should take your medication before blood test.

Please note: Glucose Tolerance Tests are available by appointment only. Please phone (01) 414 3041 between the hours of 2pm and 4 pm to make an appointment.

Out patient Clinic referrels
When coming to the hospital for out-ptaient blood test clinic referrals enter via main entrance take second left .
Please take a blue ticket and take a seat.and wait for number to be called.
At present this is a walk in service. As afternoons are quiter than mornings and may be suitable for patients who are not required to fast for their blood tests.
Please make sure to bring all forms with you.