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Getting a Test or Vaccine

Use these phrases when you need to book a health test or receive a vaccine at a clinic.

Key Phrases

I have already registered online, but I need to confirm my appointment details now.

💡 Use this phrase at the clinic reception when you want to check in.

Could you please tell me which COVID test I need to take for international travel?

💡 Use this to find out if you need a rapid test or PCR.

I would like to book an appointment for a flu vaccine that is available this week.

💡 Ask this if you want to protect yourself against the winter flu season.

If I take the PCR test today, when will the official results be ready?

💡 This question helps you plan because some laboratories might need a whole day.

My left shoulder has been sore, so please give the injection in my right arm.

💡 Tell the nurse your preference if you have pain in a specific shoulder.

I want to know if this specific vaccine has side effects that might make me sick.

💡 It is important to ask about fever or headache after receiving a vaccine.

Will you provide a printed certificate which shows that I have received both doses?

💡 This document is useful if you must show proof of vaccination to travel.

If my arm swells up tomorrow, what medicine should I take to reduce the pain?

💡 Ask this to get instructions on how to treat pain at home.

Practice Dialogue

Patient
I have already registered online, but I need to confirm my appointment details now.
Nurse
Yes, I see your registration for the PCR test and the vaccine today.
Patient
If I take the PCR test today, when will the official results be ready?
Nurse
The laboratory usually sends the results to your email within one day, for example.
Patient
I want to know if this specific vaccine has side effects that might make me sick.
Nurse
You may feel tired tomorrow, but if your arm swells up, you should rest.
Patient
My left shoulder has been sore, so please give the injection in my right arm.
Nurse
I will be careful when I carry out the injection in your right arm.
Patient
Will you provide a printed certificate which shows that I have received both doses?
Nurse
Although we send digital certificates, I will also print a copy for you today.

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