Edit Test Information (self-entered)

There are two ways to access the Edit Test Information (self-entered) page. You can select the pencil icon from the View Test Information (self-entered) page or select the Edit button, on the View Test Information (self-entered) page.

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On the Edit Test Information (self-entered) page, you can edit all the information you previously entered. You cannot edit any test information from your VA electronic health record.

The input fields for self-entered tests are described below. Some of these fields are required and some are optional. The required fields are indicated by an asterisk symbol (*).

You must select the Save button for your changes to be recorded. If you select Cancel, any changes you made will not be saved. After you select Save or Cancel you will be taken back to the View Test Information (self-entered) screen. The Reset button will return the fields to the original values before any changes were made. If for some reason the system is not able to process your entry, the page will refresh with a message explaining what must be done to proceed.

Using This Page

Test Name (Required) - This entry will identify the test in the list on the View Test Information (self-entered) Summary screen. Enter a brief description of the test performed. You may enter up to 50 characters in this field (characters are the total number of letters/numbers and spaces you use to enter your information).

Date (Required) - You must enter a date to help identify this record. Enter the day the test was performed. Select a date by clicking on the calendar icon. The calendar icon will open a pop-up window with a clickable calendar. By selecting a date in the calendar, the date field will be automatically set and you may continue filling out the form.

Location Performed - Enter the name of the facility or location where the test was performed. You may enter up to 50 characters.

Provider - Enter the name of the doctor or provider who performed or ordered the test. You may enter up to 50 characters.

Results - This field is where you can enter information about the results of the test. You may enter up to 255 characters.

Comments - This is where you can enter any additional thoughts you had about this particular test. You may enter up to 255 characters.

Save - You must select this button to save the entry.

Reset - This button returns the fields to the original values before any changes were made.

Cancel - This button returns you to the View Test Information (self-entered) screen without saving any changes.