How to Ask About Medical Test Results in Portuguese
Use clear questions about timing, access, and next steps without trying to interpret a result before a clinician reviews it with you.
Real Life Portuguese · 5 min read · Updated October 15, 2026
The short answer
Use resultado do exame for a test result and previsão for an estimate. Clinics and laboratories have different timelines, so ask the service that performed your test rather than relying on a general expectation.
Ask when the results may be available
If you had more than one test, name the exam or date so staff can find the right record. Keep personal information to the secure channel the clinic requests.
Quando os resultados deste exame devem ficar prontos?
When should the results of this test be ready?
Vocês têm uma previsão para a liberação do resultado?
Do you have an estimate for when the result will be released?
Fiz o exame na terça-feira. Como posso acompanhar?
I had the test on Tuesday. How can I follow up?
Confirm how you will receive the information
Ask whether results appear in a patient portal, arrive by phone, or require an appointment. Do not send sensitive details through a public comment or a channel the clinic has not approved.
If the staff member uses an unfamiliar word, ask them to spell it or write down the portal name. Confirm whether you need a login or another instruction to access it.
O resultado fica disponível em algum portal?
Will the result be available in a portal?
Preciso marcar uma consulta para receber a explicação?
Do I need to book an appointment to receive the explanation?
Você pode escrever o nome do aplicativo para mim?
Could you write down the name of the app for me?
Ask what the next step is if the result is not ready
If the estimate passes, ask whether the clinic needs more time or whether you should contact the laboratory directly. A specific date helps you describe the delay without sounding accusatory.
The clinic can tell you who is responsible for the result and whether a follow-up is needed. Let a healthcare professional interpret the finding rather than making a diagnosis from one unfamiliar word.
Ainda não recebi o resultado. Devo falar com o laboratório?
I haven’t received the result yet. Should I contact the laboratory?
Qual é a melhor data para eu entrar em contato de novo?
What is the best date for me to follow up again?
Quem pode explicar o resultado comigo?
Who can explain the result with me?
Write down the agreed next step
Before ending the call, repeat the channel, date, or appointment you agreed on. If you need to call again, write down the department and the name or extension staff provide.
A short note helps you remember the process while keeping the medical interpretation with the clinician who knows your care.
Então devo conferir o portal na quinta-feira, certo?
So I should check the portal on Thursday, correct?
Vou marcar o retorno pelo telefone da clínica.
I’ll schedule the follow-up using the clinic’s phone number.
Obrigado por explicar qual é o próximo passo.
Thank you for explaining the next step.
Put it into practice
Ask when and where results will appear, then confirm how a clinician will explain them.
Quick practice
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