Misinterpreting test results happens when a hospital doctor or GP makes a misdiagnosis of results from medical tests. You rely on a medical professional to make a correct diagnosis, but misinterpreting test results may be medical negligence. 

Misinterpreting test results could be diagnosing a torn ligament as a muscle tear on an X-ray, missing the signs of cancer on a scan or misdiagnosing diabetes from your blood test results. 

Medical negligence is care from a medical professional below the level that any other medical professional would provide in similar circumstances. A medical professional, from the GP to a senior hospital consultant, owes you a duty of care. If they breach that duty of care, causing you harm, you may have a compensation claim for medical negligence. 

Your No Win No Fee Medical Negligence Team solicitors can handle your case and make your claim for medical negligence compensation.

Misinterpreting Test Results

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What is misinterpreting test result negligence?

Misinterpreting test result negligence is when a medical professional makes an error when reading the results of your medical tests. The misinterpreting of test results may be misreading a scan, missing a cancer diagnosis from blood tests, or giving an incorrect diagnosis from an X-ray, which could be medical negligence. 

When you suffer due to misinterpreting test result negligence, you could see a delayed diagnosis of cancer, be on the wrong medication or experience delays in beginning treatment for a condition such as diabetes. 

The medical negligence of misinterpreting test results could affect your life today and in the future. You may need further treatment, suffer delays in beginning treatment and in some cases, it could be fatal medical negligence. 

A No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor can look at your case and see if you have a valid claim for misinterpreting test result negligence.

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Common claims against medical professionals for misinterpreting test results

Common claims against medical professionals for misinterpreting test results range from errors with reading scans to mistakes with X-rays and blood test results.

Misinterpreting test results by medical professionals can have many effects, and you could have a claim for medical negligence compensation if it happens to you. 

Claims for misinterpreting medical test results are:

  • Misinterpreting blood test results claims
  • Misinterpreting X-ray results claims

  • Misinterpreting pregnancy test claims

  • Misinterpreting cardiac test results claims
  • Misinterpreting MRI scan results claims
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Misinterpreting blood test results claims

Misinterpreting blood test results claims often come from the medical professional such as a GP or hospital doctor missing a vital score on a standard blood test. They may fail to look for it or misread it, but it could be medical negligence if it affects your health. 

Misinterpreting blood test results can be:

  • Not seeing the signs of cancer in your blood tests
  • Not seeing the indicator of diabetes in a blood test
  • Missing the signs of infection from a blood test

Blood tests are a key tool in diagnosing a medical condition. It may be medical negligence if you suffer due to misinterpreting blood test results.

Misinterpreting X-ray results claims

Misinterpreting X-ray results claims is when the hospital doctor does not see a broken bone or torn tendon on an X-ray and sends you home with a joint sprain or bruised muscles diagnosis. 

Misinterpreting X-ray results can be:

  • Not seeing a broken or chipped bone on an X-ray
  • Missing the signs of pneumonia
  • Missing a retained foreign object left behind after surgery

You could have a claim for medical negligence if the examining doctor misinterprets your X-ray results, causing you unnecessary pain and discomfort.

Misinterpreting pregnancy tests claims

Misinterpreting pregnancy test claims is when the GP or gynaecologist makes an error with your pregnancy test. The doctor or GP may not read your test results correctly or give an incorrect diagnosis of the pregnancy test. 

Misinterpreting pregnancy tests can be:

  • Missing the signs of a pregnancy
  • Missing the signs of a possible ectopic pregnancy
  • Missing the danger signs of pregnancy complications

Misinterpreting pregnancy test results can affect how a woman deals with her pregnancy and could also affect her health. 

Misinterpreting cardiac test results claims

Misinterpreting cardiac test results claims are when the GP or cardiac consultant miss the danger signs of a cardiac condition when you are unwell. A cardiac condition, like other medical problems, needs an early and correct diagnosis and test results are an excellent indicator. 

Misinterpreting cardiac test results can be:

  • Missing the signs of an irregular heartbeat from a scan
  • Misreading the ECG test results
  • Missing the danger signs on a stress test

You may have a medical negligence compensation claim if you suffer when a doctor misinterprets your cardiac test results.

Misinterpreting MRI scan results claims

Misinterpreting MRI scan results claims are when the radiologist or hospital consultant does not read an MRI correctly and makes a misdiagnosis of a condition. The hospital doctor should read the MRI scan test results properly and interpret them correctly. 

Misinterpreting MRI scan test results can be:

  • Missing the signs of a bleed on the brain
  • Missing the signs of cancer on an internal organ
  • Missing the signs of damage to the hips, knees, or shoulder joints

The MRI is an excellent tool for diagnosing many health conditions, and misinterpreting the results of an MRI scan could be medical negligence. 

If you suffer the medical negligence of misinterpreting test results you could have a compensation claim for the damages suffered today and in the future.

Our Process

Our team members have a higher career win rate with a 75% success rate on NHS letters of claim, compared to an industry average of 54.5%.

Enquiry

The first step is to get in touch and tell us what went wrong. It’s free and easy. Call our 24-hour helpline: 0800 246 1122 or request a callback here.

Medical Evaluation

Once you have spoken with our team we’ll let you know how we can help. Typically the next step is to obtain your medical records for us to review.

Legal Letter

Once all your medical records have been received they will be reviewed by a medically & legally qualified member of our team. If there is evidence of medical negligence we will send a letter of claim to the negligent party outlining your medical negligence claim.

Compensation for misinterpreting test results

You can seek compensation for the effects of misinterpreting test results in amounts from the low £10,000s to over £10 million in some cases. The medical negligence of misinterpreting test results, such as missing damage to an internal organ, can have many effects on you, and you can claim for those effects today and in the future. 

The amount of compensation awarded for misinterpreting an MRI scan or blood test result that affects your health and how you live your life depends on several factors, such as how much discomfort and disruption you suffer today and in the future. 

Claims sometimes see high awards, such as when the patient suffers pain and discomfort and needs further surgery. In some cases, the patient may pass away due to the effects of misinterpreting test results and their dependents could have a fatal medical negligence claim.

Compensation for misinterpreting test results claims can see awards of:

  • Missing the signs of a broken bone on an X-ray- £28,650
  • Misinterpreting the test results for a pregnancy – £36,260
  • Misinterpreting an MRI scan for damage to a knee joint -£42,700
  • Misinterpreting cancer test results – £76,500
  • Misinterpreting a cardiac scan leading to a heart attack – £98,300

All amounts are approximate and are only a guide to what is possible in a claim for misinterpreting test results negligence. Figures can be high in some claims as you or a loved one could need long-term care; you may face medical bills for life due to damage to your heart or when living with cancer after the doctor misinterprets your test results.

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You may be able to claim for these care expenses and the medical costs in the future with a medical negligence compensation case. 

As in all medical negligence claims, each case is dealt with on merit and how much the patient suffers due to the hospital consultant misinterpreting test results. 

A No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor will be the one to advise you on a misinterpreting test results compensation claim. 

A Medical Negligence Team solicitor will know from experience what your case may be worth and how to make a successful compensation claim.

Who is eligible for compensation in a medical negligence claim?

The patient who suffers pain, disability, or anxiety and sees their condition getting worse due to medical negligence may be eligible to claim compensation. 

Misinterpreting test results can cause pain, and anxiety and, cause your condition to worsen and have you facing further medical treatment, such as surgery, and you may be able to claim compensation. 

The medical negligence of misinterpreting test results has made you ill; it may affect your ability to lead a normal life, and you could need further medical treatment. You can claim compensation for the effects of the medical negligence on your life today and in the future. 

You, the patient, are the one to suffer due to the effects of a missed diagnosis of a cardiac event or living with a damaged hip or knee joint. When the doctor misinterprets test results, it may cause a condition to get a lot worse or even put your life in danger. 

Medical negligence may lead to psychological trauma, unnecessary pain, and disability. The patient, though, may be unable to claim due to the effects of the medical negligence, and their dependants may be able to make the compensation claim. 

The loved ones in a medical negligence case are known as ‘dependents’ and can be:

  • A spouse or former spouse of the injured person
  • Someone who lived with the patient for two years as a husband, wife, or civil partner.
  • Blood children adopted children or those who became children through marriage or civil partnership
  • Parents and those acting as parents, such as a guardian or step-parents
  • Grandparents or great-grandparents
  • Brothers, sisters, cousins, and other direct relatives

When you have a medical negligence claim due to a doctor misinterpreting test results, your No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor can help make the case for compensation. 

What can you claim for in misinterpreting test results negligence compensation?

You can claim for any damages that occurred when you sue for misinterpreting test results negligence compensation. 

There are two types of compensation damages due when suing for any type of medical negligence, such as when a doctor misinterprets test results:

General Damages in a misinterpreting test results claim are when you sue for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity, PSLA, you have experienced due to the doctor misinterpreting from an MRI scan, X-ray, blood tests and other medical tests.

  •  Pain is that above what is normally expected for your condition, made worse by the negligence 
  • Suffering is the inconvenience and changes to your life that cause you unnecessary discomfort due to the misinterpreting of test results
  • Loss of Amenity is any difficulty you have in doing everyday tasks, such as walking, sitting, playing sports, and sleeping

Special Damages in a misinterpreting test results claim can include any loss of earnings, future care costs, and out-of-pocket expenses. 

  • Loss of earnings includes compensation for time off work and any reduction of your income in the future 
  • Future care costs are for any care you will need as a result of the misinterpreting test results and any worsening of your condition 
  • Out-of-pocket expenses cover medical appointments, travel, accommodation, and meals 

Be sure to keep payslips, receipts, and proof of any losses you experience due to the effects of a doctor misinterpreting test results. 

You deserve compensation to cover all losses, including loss of life for dependents, medical costs, and long-term care needs. 

You can claim medical negligence compensation when you or a loved one experiences unnecessary pain and anxiety due to a doctor misinterpreting blood tests or the results of an MRI or X-ray.  

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How to make a claim for medical negligence

The steps involved in making a claim for medical negligence go from seeking medical advice to issuing court proceedings when you suffer due to the misinterpreting of test results such as a poorly read X-ray or missing the obvious signs of infection in a blood test. 

The steps are a part of any successful compensation case, and settlement can happen at any stage in the process. 

Your medical negligence solicitor will do the rest when you follow the steps correctly and gather all the facts and figures.

Seek medical advice on the effects of the medical negligence and any unnecessary suffering experienced as soon as you realise you may be a victim of misinterpreting test results that lead to unnecessary suffering, health concerns and possibly surgery.

Contact a specialist medical negligence solicitor who operates on a No Win No Fee basis and tell them what went wrong. The right solicitor will look at the case, see where the problem lies, and advise if you have a claim for medical negligence. 

The Medical Negligence Team also have a 100% Compensation Guarantee scheme, where you get all the money awarded in a negligence claim. 

You or a loved one suffered medical negligence when a medical condition goes undiagnosed due to a doctor misinterpreting test results, and you should get all the money due for the medical negligence.

Your medical negligence solicitor obtains the medical records with your permission. By reading the records, they will confirm if they think you have a valid claim for medical negligence due to the effects of misinterpreting test results. 

The medical negligence team will know from your medical records if the case will result in compensation being paid.

The medical negligence solicitor sending a letter of claim to the negligent party is the next step. The letter will ask them to admit the medical negligence in what is known as ‘sending a letter of claim.’ 

When the negligent party receives the letter of claim, they have up to four months to provide a written response.

Getting a response from the negligent party’s insurer will move the compensation claim closer to a conclusion. 

The insurer will either admit to the claim of medical negligence or say they intend to defend the case. Deciding to defend the claim is known as ‘deny liability’ in legal terms. 

If they admit liability, your medical negligence claim can be valued, and the two parties will meet to decide on the compensation payment. 

Your solicitor will negotiate with the negligent party and use their experience to get the compensation you deserve for any suffering due to misinterpreting test results.

Issuing court proceedings is the next step if they deny liability in your claim for medical negligence. 

Going to court happens, too, when they are not prepared to pay a fair amount for the damages you or your loved ones suffered due to misinterpreting test results. Your medical negligence solicitor issues the court proceedings.  

Remember that less than 1% of medical negligence cases end up in court, and very few of those cases ever make it to the courtroom.

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Potential effects of misinterpreting test results

The potential effects of misinterpreting test results range from a medical condition getting worse to living with an illness that is not being treated to death in some cases. The potential effects of any medical negligence are many and the patient can claim medical negligence compensation for those effects today and in the future. 

You, the patient, are the one to suffer. You and your loved ones are the ones who live with the potential effects of misinterpreting test results and how they affect your ability to work, exercise and care for yourself.

Potential effects of misinterpreting test results may be:

  • Skin condition developing into skin cancer due to misinterpreting test results
  • Missed appendicitis due to misinterpreting test results
  • A broken bone in the hand setting wrongly due to misinterpreting test results
  • A missed infection spreading due to misinterpreting test results
  • Damage to the liver missed due to misinterpreting test results
  • A missed heart attack due to misinterpreting test results
  • A missed tumour due to misinterpreting test results
  • Pregnancy complications due to misinterpreting test results

Misinterpreting test results can have many potential effects. You can claim compensation for the medical negligence of misinterpreting test results and the effects on your life.

Potential effects of misinterpreting test results

Who can be at fault for misinterpreting test results?

The medical professional who reads your test results can be responsible for misinterpreting test results. You rely on their experience and professional medical training to make an accurate diagnosis from your test results and plan a course of treatment. 

The misinterpreting of test results may see a condition going undiagnosed for many years, such as diabetes or a bulging disc in the spine, and you could suffer unnecessary pain and discomfort.

Medical professionals in the NHS who can be at fault for misinterpreting test results:

  • The GP responsible for reading blood test results
  • The hospital doctor responsible for reading blood test results in the A&E
  • The radiologist responsible for making an accurate X-ray
  • The radiologist responsible for the MRI scan
  • The hospital consultant responsible for reading your MRI scan results
  • The NHS hospital responsible for hiring medical professionals
  • The NHS responsible for implementing NICE guidelines on reading test results
  • The NHS responsible for maintaining and purchasing medical testing equipment

Medical negligence is treatment below an acceptable standard by a medical professional. When the NHS hospital or medical professional does not provide you with a duty of care, you could have a medical negligence claim. 

You may have a No Win No Fee medical negligence compensation claim if you or a loved one suffer due to misinterpreting test results.

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Our Process

Our team members have a higher career win rate with a 75% success rate on NHS letters of claim, compared to an industry average of 54.5%.

Enquiry

The first step is to get in touch and tell us what went wrong. It’s free and easy. Call our 24-hour helpline: 0800 246 1122 or request a callback here.

Medical Evaluation

Once you have spoken with our team we’ll let you know how we can help. Typically the next step is to obtain your medical records for us to review.

Legal Letter

Once all your medical records have been received they will be reviewed by a medically & legally qualified member of our team. If there is evidence of medical negligence we will send a letter of claim to the negligent party outlining your medical negligence claim.

No win no fee medical negligence solicitor

Using a No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor is the only way to a successful compensation claim for medical negligence. Your No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor will not charge you for a claim you do not win.

The medical negligence solicitor will have experience dealing with the NHS and insurance companies when handling any medical negligence claim. They will know the effects of misreading test results, the history of similar cases and who is responsible for the medical negligence. 

Your No Win No Fee solicitor will handle your case when you suffer from misinterpreting test results negligence and know how to make it a successful compensation claim. 

Always have a fee agreement in place before engaging a medical negligence solicitor. If they start talking of a ‘win fee’ or a ‘success fee,’ you should walk away. The negligent party insurers should pay all fees. 

The medical negligence solicitor should also operate a 100% Compensation Guarantee scheme. When you win the case, all the money awarded should go to you, not the solicitor.

You are the one who experienced the medical negligence, and you deserve the compensation to get your life back to normal.

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Fatal medical negligence

Fatal medical negligence is when a loved one passes away due to the lack of professional care by the GP, hospital consultant or any other medical professional. 

You trust every medical professional to have a duty of care when reading test results and not be responsible for medical negligence and the death of your loved one. 

If they breach that duty of care and your husband, wife, partner or close relative dies due to the misinterpreting test results, you may have a compensation claim. 

Fatal medical negligence can happen in cases of misinterpreting test results by not seeing the signs of cancer on an MRI scan or a cardiac condition from a blood test. 

A misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis of any form of cancer, cardiac condition, or infection such as Sepsis can cause unnecessary delays in beginning treatment, inaccurate treatment or possibly make it too late to start treatment.

Who can claim fatal medical negligence compensation?

The loved ones left behind as a result of fatal medical negligence can claim compensation for the medical negligence. In any medical negligence case, such as that by a doctor when misinterpreting test results, those left behind who can claim are known as ‘dependents.’ 

The dependants who can claim compensation for fatal medical negligence can be:

  • A spouse or former spouse of the deceased
  • Someone who lived with the deceased for two years before death as a husband, wife, or civil partner.
  • Blood children, adopted children or those who became children through marriage or civil partnership
  • Parents and those acting as parents, such as a guardian or step-parents
  • Grandparents or great-grandparents
  • Brothers, sisters, cousins, and other direct relatives

The deceased’s family may be able to claim compensation on behalf of the estate for the fatal medical negligence.

What can those left behind claim for when claiming fatal medical negligence?

Those left behind can claim compensation for the damages due to the effects on their lives of the fatal medical negligence today and in the future. The loved one may be a primary income earner for the family or a carer for another family member.

Those left behind may be able to claim for:

  • Mental anguish
  • The economic effects of the death today and in the future
  • The costs of care if the deceased was a carer for a relative
  • Any medical costs due to the negligence, before the death of the loved one
  • Adaptions to the home and car before they passed away
  • Other damages from the fatal negligence, such as loss of income

The dependents of the victim may have a compensation claim, and a No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor can guide them through making a claim for fatal medical negligence.

Going to court for your medical negligence claim

You are very unlikely to have to go to court with a medical negligence claim. 

The majority of cases are settled well before there is a need for court action, and NHS Resolution will see most cases are dealt with, in conjunction with your solicitor, before a referral to court by either side. 

The effects of misinterpreting test results can cause you and your family a lot of distress. A broken bone in the foot may go undiagnosed, or the early signs of cancer could be missed due to the misinterpreting of test results. 

The misinterpreting of test results may be medical negligence and you will want answers and compensation for the damages suffered. 

Your solicitor will want to keep the medical negligence claim out of court and get it settled in your favour as quickly as possible. 

If your claim is one of the very few cases that do go to court, it will be handled by your No Win No Fee medical negligence solicitor.

Make a medical negligence claim today

Contact the Medical Negligence Team today to discuss your claim for misinterpreting test results negligence. You suffered from the effects of the misdiagnosis, missed diagnosis or poor medical treatment resulting from the misinterpreting of test results, and you may be able to claim compensation for the medical negligence.

At the Medical Negligence Team, we fight every compensation claim on a No Win No Fee basis, and you will not be out of pocket for an unsuccessful claim. We have both the legal and medical experts to guide you along the steps to a successful claim for medical negligence compensation. 

We have a very high success rate and a reputation for a speedy and successful resolution to medical specialist negligence claims. 

Our 100% Compensation Guarantee puts all the money you win into your pocket. You may have a compensation claim if you experience any misinterpreting of test results, such as an error when reading an X-ray, or a misdiagnosis of cancer due to errors in reading blood test results. 

Contact us at the Medical Negligence Team, and let us handle your claim for misinterpreting test results compensation today.

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