Rapid Diagnostic Clinic

A rapid diagnostic clinic is a way of diagnosing the cause of your symptoms quickly by performing a number of tests in a short timeframe.

Being referred in this way means that you will receive faster help. This is because the symptoms you have could be related to a major illness, including the possibility of cancer. There is evidence that an early diagnosis can increase the chances of successful treatment of cancer and other serious illness.

Not everyone who comes to the clinic is diagnosed with cancer. Around 10% of patients seen in these clinics find out if they have cancer. For other people, the tests may show a different condition. The clinic staff are then able to offer you advice or refer you to a different service.

You will be contacted by a member of the rapid diagnostic team to arrange an appointment for you to speak to one of our specialist nurses. The nurse will ask you a number of questions which will help decide how best to carry out your investigations. They will also explain the next steps in your care and support you at your appointment.

Location:
The Grange University Hospital
Caerleon Rd
Llanfrechfa
Cwmbran
NP44 8YN

Telephone number - 01633 493100