Blood Test Report Format: 16 Free Samples
See how 16 common lab reports look, row by row. Open any sample to learn its normal range and how to read it.
Every format on one page
Open any sample to see its normal range and how to read each row.
16 of 16 formats shown
What every report shows
Labs design their reports in their own way. These six parts appear on almost every one.
Patient details
Your name, age and sex. Some ranges depend on age and sex.
Test name
What was measured, often listed under a panel such as CBC.
Result
Your value for that test.
Unit
How the value is measured. Compare values only in the same unit.
Normal range
The lab's usual range for the test. Labs differ a little.
Flag
H or L marks a value above or below the range. Your doctor reads what it means.
Format questions
What does a blood test report include?
Patient details, the test name, your result, the unit, the normal range and a flag for values outside the range.
Are these real patient reports?
No. Every sample on this page uses made-up names and values, and each one is labelled as a sample.
Why do formats differ between labs?
Each lab designs its own layout, but the core columns stay the same: test, result, unit and range.
Can I check my own report here?
Yes. Upload your report on the Lab Test Analyzer for a free summary.
Which report format is the most common?
The CBC, because it is part of most routine health check-ups.
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Upload your reportEvery report on this page is a sample. The names, labs and values are made up. This page explains how lab reports are laid out and does not replace advice from your doctor.