normal test result

[ˈnɔːrməl tɛst rɪˈzʌlt]
nounpl: normal test results
resultado de teste normal
1. A test outcome that falls within the expected or healthy range for a given medical, laboratory, or diagnostic examination
The doctor informed the patient that her blood work showed a normal test result.
O médico informou ao paciente que seu exame de sangue apresentou um resultado de teste normal.
2. A finding that indicates no abnormalities, disease, or pathological conditions are present
After the screening, we received a normal test result, which was reassuring.
Após a triagem, recebemos um resultado de teste normal, o que foi tranquilizador.
In both American and Brazilian healthcare contexts, receiving a normal test result is considered positive news and often relieves patient anxiety. In Brazil, patients typically receive results through their healthcare provider or online patient portals (such as hospital systems), while in the USA, results are commonly accessed through patient portals or communicated via phone by medical staff. The term is central to preventive medicine discussions in both cultures.
NYC Slang
all clear
Synonyms / Sinônimos
negative test resultunremarkable findinghealthy test resultbenign resultclean bill of health
Antonyms / Antônimos
abnormal test resultpositive test resultpathological resultabnormalityconcerning finding

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resultado de teste normal
Standard medical terminology used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
resultado normal
Slightly shortened form commonly used in casual medical contexts
São Paulo
exame com resultado normal
More formal phrasing, emphasizing the examination itself
Portugal
resultado de análise normal
Portuguese uses 'análise' more commonly than 'teste' for laboratory work

Related Words

test resultmedical examinationlaboratory testdiagnosisclinical findinghealth screening

Related Idioms & Phrases

clean bill of health
nothing to worry about
in the clear
pass with flying colors
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