My ban was reduced to 9 months and I need to have a medical, what will it consist of and what will they test me for?
Will the doctor who does the medical exam I need to get my licence back contact my own GP.
Thank you for your help
Tom,
The DVLA drink driving medical test consists of the following:
A blood sample will be used for Liver Function Tests and an abnormal result would indicate liver disorders.
The purpose of the medical interview is to find out whether you are a heavy drinker or not, so expect questions on your frequency of alcohol consumptions and the like.
For the physical examination, it will be the routine checks like prodding your abdomen, weighing you etc.
The urine test will only test for diabetes.
Hope this clears things regarding the driving ban for you.
Angie,
Yes they will contact your GP to have an idea of your medical history and alcohol abuse.
What happens if it comes back as I am a heavy drinker?
Then you're doomed! And you gonna wait 6 months for another test... and maybe stop drinking at least a week before taking test and drink water instead :)
To really be sure that your liver function tests are normal, you should not drink any alcohol for about two months before the test. Yes, it really can take that long for the liver function tests to drop!
To really be sure that your liver function tests are normal, you should not drink any alcohol for about two months before the test. Yes, it really can take that long for the liver function tests to drop!
