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If a doctor calls you in for a follow up, does that usually mean your test results were positive?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Not necessarily: A doctor is expected to discuss all test results with the patient.

Dr Goldenberg and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/17/2015

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