What is the expected action after receiving test results for a blood sample taken for anemia?

When test results for a blood sample taken to assess anemia are received, the most appropriate action is to discuss the results with the provider. This step is crucial because healthcare providers need to interpret the results within the context of the patient's overall health and medical history. The provider will decide on the next steps for patient care based on these results, including determining whether further testing or treatment is necessary.

While documenting the results in the patient's record is also an important part of the process, it follows the discussion since the provider's interpretation and recommendations will inform how the results are documented and communicated to the patient. Immediate patient contact may be warranted in some situations, but it typically occurs after the provider has analyzed the results, especially when the results could have significant clinical implications. Sending the results to a laboratory is unnecessary in this context, as the samples are already processed, and reporting back to the provider is the key step at this stage.