Dr.Online Self Referral Service
We’ve launched a simple, questionnaire-based self-referral service, providing fast access to GP referrals, imaging requests, and blood tests — with no video appointment required — all for £29 (including referral letters and imaging request forms).
By completing a short, structured questionnaire, you’ll be directed to the most appropriate service based on your responses. One of our clinicians will then review your submission and, where appropriate, securely issue referrals, investigation requests and tailored private medical letters.
Quick. Convenient. No appointment needed. If you would prefer a video-based GP review, please use the link below:
Get Referred Quickly and Easily with DrOnline
Take control of your healthcare.
Who it’s for:
- Patients seeking specialist referrals quickly
- Patients needing blood tests or imaging
- Anyone wanting a streamlined, hassle-free referral process
Why choose DrOnline:
- Fast and convenient: Complete everything online in minutes
- Expert guidance: A GP reviews your information and follows up if needed
- Flexible testing options: Home or in-person blood tests at labs nationwide
- Transparent and simple: You receive your results directly, with optional professional support
Get Started in Four Steps
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Fill
Questionnaire
Start your referral journey by completing our quick and easy online self-referral questionnaire. This helps our GPs understand your health needs and ensures your request for imaging, blood tests, or specialist referral is safe and appropriate.
- GP Review
Once submitted, your questionnaire will be clinically reviewed by a GP. If anything requires clarification, the GP may contact you directly or advise a video consultation to ensure the best care.
- Referral or Test Arrangement
If your request is approved, we will arrange the referral or tests promptly. For blood tests, most are available via home testing kits; if in-person testing is required, we suggest using our video based service.
- Follow-Up and Support
Our team will provide guidance on next steps, including sharing your referral information and results. If ongoing treatment are required, these will be arranged through a video GP consultation.
Self-Referral Medical Service
Skip the wait and take control of your health. Our self-referral service lets you request specialist consultations, scans & blood tests, quickly and securely — all reviewed by qualified clinicians to ensure the right care, fast.
Access to Specialists
Request referrals to the right specialists quickly and safely. Our GPs review your questionnaire to ensure your referral is appropriate and arranged promptly.
Access to Scans
Arrange imaging tests such as X-ray, ultrasound, CT, or MRI without needing a video consultation. Every request is reviewed by a GP for safety and accuracy.
Access to Blood Tests
Request blood tests easily via home testing kits or, if needed, in-person phlebotomy arranged after a GP review. Quick, convenient, and clinically safe.
FAQs regarding this service
The GP Self-Referral service allows you to request specialist referrals, imaging tests (including X-ray, ultrasound, CT or MRI), and blood tests without needing a video consultation with a GP. You simply complete a secure online questionnaire, which is clinically reviewed by a GP to ensure your request is appropriate and safe.
Select the Self-Referral Questionnaire, which will branch you to the relevant request, complete all sections as accurately as possible, and submit your request. A GP will review your information and confirm whether the referral or test can be arranged.
- Self-referral questionnaires are designed for patients who know what test or referral they need.
- If you prefer to use a video-based review – please book using the self-referral video page
- If the GP reviewing your questionnaire needs more information, or if your request is not suitable for self-referral, you may be contacted to arrange a video GP consultation.
You can self-refer for:
- Imaging tests: X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI etc
- Specialist referrals
- Blood tests
All requests are clinically assessed to ensure they are safe and appropriate.
Your questionnaire is reviewed by a GP. One of the following will happen:
- Your request is approved and arranged
- You are contacted for clarification or additional information
- You are advised to book a GP video consultation if required
You will be kept informed at each step.
Yes.
- Most blood tests are arranged via our home testing kits.
If you prefer in-person phlebotomy, please book a self-referral video appointment, so the GP can select the most appropriate tests and arrange this for you.
Yes. Every self-referral questionnaire is clinically reviewed by a GP to ensure safety, accuracy, and appropriateness. This is a key part of our clinical governance process.
The self-referral questionnaire is for referrals only. If treatment or a prescription is required, this will need to be arranged through a video-based GP consultation, where a doctor can safely assess your condition and recommend appropriate treatment.
Yes. You can book a follow-up GP video consultation at any time to discuss results, next steps, or ongoing symptoms.
Payment is made securely online at the time of booking or submission of your self-referral request. A fixed price of £29 is payable for referrals to specialists and imaging. Home testing kits are priced individually – see webpage https: //dronline.uk/analysis/
Your results and consultation notes are shared directly with you. It is your responsibility to share these with your NHS GP or usual healthcare provider, unless otherwise agreed.
If you experience any technical difficulties, our support team is available to help. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can assist or reschedule if needed.
We cannot help with:
- Medical emergencies
- Chest pain, severe breathlessness, stroke symptoms
- Acute mental health crises
- Conditions requiring immediate face-to-face assessment
If you are unwell or concerned, please contact 999, A&E, or your NHS GP as appropriate