Understanding your results and what happens next.

When will I get my results?

You will get your test results by letter within 4 weeks usually.

Your GP and hospital diabetes clinic will also get a copy of your test results.

What will my results show?

Your test results will show 1 of 4 possible results:

• No retinopathy is found
• Minor changes found
• Changes needing follow-up are found
• Unclear result
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No retinopathy is found

No retinopathy is found (first time test)

The first time no retinopathy is found, you will be invited to go again in 12 months.

No retinopathy is found (second test and beyond)

From the second time no retinopathy is found, you will be invited for screening every 2 years.

Minor changes found

Minor changes found

This may mean you have diabetic retinopathy. You will usually be invited for screening again in 6 or 12 months so any changes can be checked.

Changes needing follow-up are found

Changes needing follow-up are found

You may be referred to a special eye clinic for a different scan or to be seen by an eye specialist. You will get an appointment letter in the post.

Unclear result

Unclear result

Sometimes the quality of the photograph is not good enough and you will be invited back for another test. If you agree, a second appointment will be made for you.