Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor
Print this
form and fill in the information for blood, urine, X-ray, or any other test
your doctor recommends. You may need to make copies if more than one test is
recommended.
General questions
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What is the name of the test?
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Why do I need this test?
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What might happen if the test is delayed or not
done?
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How accurate is the test? Are there other tests that are
more accurate?
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How much does the test cost?
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Is there a less expensive test that might give the same
information?
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Questions to ask about the test
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What should be done to prepare for the
test?
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Where will the test be done?
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How long does this test take?
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How will I feel during the test? Is it
painful?
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Will I need to arrange for someone to take me
home after the test?
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What are the risks?
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What will the results show?
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Will the results change the treatment? No ___
Yes ___ If yes, explain:
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What can affect the results (for example, food,
exercise, medicine, alcohol, or smoking)?
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When will the results be available?
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Date I will receive a phone call from my
doctor:
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Date for a follow-up appointment:
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After the test, what will be the next
step?
Will other tests be needed?
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Reminder
- Ask about brochures or other information about
the test.
- State any concerns you have about the test.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine |
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Last Revised
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December 9, 2011 |
Last Revised:
December 9, 2011
