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How to Fax a Lab Results from iPad

Need to send lab results to a specialist or insurer? Faxing is the standard in healthcare and TigerFax handles it from your phone.

iPad Tip

On iPad, you can use Split View to open Files or Photos alongside TigerFax, making it easy to drag and drop documents directly into the app.

What you'll need

  • iPad running iPadOS 15+
  • TigerFax app (free on the App Store)
  • Your Lab Results (physical copy to scan, or a PDF/image file)
  • The recipient's fax number
  • A cover page with confidentiality notice (recommended)

How to Fax a Lab Results from iPad: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Install TigerFax from the App Store on your iPad. It's free to start — no credit card required.

    💡 Tip: TigerFax is optimized for iPadOS 15+ and works on all iPads running iOS 15 or later.

  2. 2

    Scan your Lab Results with iPad

    Open TigerFax and tap the camera icon. Position your iPad about 12 inches above the Lab Results and let the auto-capture detect the edges. The iPad's rear camera works great for scanning documents. For best results, use the iPad in landscape mode and ensure even lighting across the document.

    💡 Tip: Your Lab Results may have multiple pages — TigerFax lets you scan each page in sequence before sending.

  3. 3

    Upload your Lab Results from iPad

    Alternatively, tap the upload icon to import your Lab Results from Files, iCloud Drive, or any connected cloud storage. On iPad, you can use Split View to open Files or Photos alongside TigerFax, making it easy to drag and drop documents directly into the app.

    💡 Tip: PDF format preserves Lab Results formatting best. If you have a digital copy, upload it instead of scanning for the clearest result.

  4. 4

    Add a confidentiality cover page

    Since Lab Resultss contain sensitive information protected under HIPAA, add a cover page with a confidentiality notice. TigerFax includes built-in cover page templates.

  5. 5

    Enter the recipient's fax number

    Type the recipient's fax number in the To field. For international numbers, include the country code. TigerFax automatically formats the number.

  6. 6

    Review and send

    Preview your Lab Results to verify all pages are included and legible — the iPad's large display makes this easy. Tap Send. You'll receive a delivery confirmation when the fax is received.

Tips for Faxing Lab Resultss from iPad

  • 1.Ensure all values and reference ranges are legible in the scan
  • 2.Include patient name and date of birth on the cover page for easy identification

Scanning tip for iPad

The iPad's rear camera works great for scanning documents. For best results, use the iPad in landscape mode and ensure even lighting across the document.

Secure transmission

TigerFax transmits all faxes over encrypted connections. TigerFax supports HIPAA-compliant faxing with confidentiality cover pages. Your documents are never stored on third-party servers after transmission.

FAQ: Faxing Lab Resultss from iPad

Yes. TigerFax works on iPad running iPadOS 15+ and supports faxing Lab Resultss. You can scan a physical copy with the iPad's camera or upload a PDF directly from the Files app.

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