Very high FIT test result.

Hope all is ok after your phone call today

Yes I think this is how it works now. Also it all depends if it was a FIT given by the GP or the FIT test that comes through the post.
My DH was given a FIT by the GP and said he would receive a letter to attend a colonoscopy, but instead he had an appointment to visit a bowel clinic first, where he had his abdomen examined, they found a lump so he had a CT scan and colonoscopy. It turned out he needed his appendix out.
At least your on the pathway now and will have some answers soon. Good luck.

Thanks for all the replies. It seems that it is likely the pre colonoscopy call that many of you have had. Just have to be patient and positive.

I had a pre-op appointment over the phone. I suspect it is to reassure patients who might be scared to attend.

The nurse was very kind, and explained what would happen, asked what flavour of 'cleansing' drink I would like (!!) and was generally helpful. I was fine, so I'm sure that getting a call is not an indicator of anything sinister

They will probably ask you about other symptoms.

The high FIT score doesn’t automatically mean cancer.

It’s also a a sensitive marker for diverticulitis and inflammatory bowel disease, neither of which anyone wants but they aren’t cancer. Active IBD can cause readings of over 400.

FWIW, I have IBD but had been in remission for four years. I was called for a routine endoscopy (a chromoendoscopy) to check how things were. The dye triggered a flare up which has now been going on for year. In other words, while an endoscopy is a vital diagnostic tool it can cause problems in itself.

Don’t panic and be guided by the gastro doctor or nurse who conducts the interview.

Poor you. I had to have a FIT test because of my iron levels being low and I was in a terrible state ( I’m like it with any test) so I can understand how you feel.I couldn’t eat and was dropping rescue remedy on my tongue to calm myself down. It was even worse when I realised I could look up my result as I was shaking every time I turned on my iPad. Let us know how you get on x

It does all sound scary nandalot, however I have always had a pre colonoscopy appointment which could certainly happen over the phone. You’ll know more tomorrow but if it’s too hard to wait until then please do give the hospital a call. One step at a time with these medical shocks is usually best. Sending a hug. Do keep in touch here, there will be a lot of support.

I think this is what they do now, at least in my part of England. You get referred to the hospital and they do a 'review' where they ascertain if you have been referred to the correct department and how quickly you need to be seen.

I hope tomorrow puts your mind at rest and you get a proper appointment soon

I’m sorry, what a frightening time for you. Perhaps the phone appt is to take a case history and gather information, before the procedure. Have you called the hospital to ask them about it? Xx