Support after your health test
Understand your results and know your next step
Your health results should leave you informed, not uncertain. Learn what your report means and where to seek support.
Reading your health report
What might your results mean?
Results require context, including symptoms, history, medicines, and previous tests.
A reassuring result
A result within range is generally reassuring. However, it may not fully explain ongoing symptoms.
A result needing context
Borderline results may reflect normal variation. Sometimes monitoring, lifestyle changes, or repeat testing helps.
A result needing review
An abnormal result does not always confirm illness. Clinical assessment determines its importance and appropriate next steps.
When additional advice helps
Consider a medical review when:
- A result is abnormal or borderline.
- Your symptoms continue despite reassuring results.
- Several results need interpreting together.
- You need advice about monitoring or repeat testing.
- You wish to discuss possible treatment options.
Read the comments
Start with the doctor’s summary and recommendations.
Review your symptoms
Consider whether symptoms continue or have changed.
Note your questions
List anything unclear before speaking with a clinician.
Choose suitable support
Use your NHS GP or arrange a private review.
Your next steps
A simple pathway after receiving results
You remain free to choose your usual GP or another clinician.
Review your report
Read every section, including comments and recommendations.
Follow recommended actions
Arrange advised monitoring, lifestyle changes, or further assessment.
Request clinical support
Book a consultation when personalised medical advice would help.
Optional GP Video Consultation
Discuss your results with a Dokta GP
A private GP can review your results alongside your symptoms. They can explain findings and discuss suitable next steps.
Visit the Health Results Review pageFrequently asked questions
Common questions about your results
Is a GP consultation included with my test?
Your report includes doctor-reviewed comments. A consultation is optional and booked separately.
Can I discuss my results with my NHS GP?
Yes. You can share your report with your NHS GP.
Can a Dokta GP arrange treatment?
Treatment depends on clinical assessment, suitability, and available services.
What should I prepare before my consultation?
Have your report, medicines, relevant history, symptoms, and questions available.
When to seek urgent help
This page does not replace urgent medical assessment.
Contact NHS 111 or your GP for urgent symptoms.
Call 999 immediately for life-threatening symptoms.