A preliminary report is an evaluation that discusses in depth, the findings on a particular specimen/subject. Data is gathered from the subject in order to make a determination. A preliminary report is not the final results on a subject but rather an analysis.
Step 1
Write an introduction, giving an overview of your subject.
Step 2
Discuss your research methods by including any observations, interviews or samples.
Step 3
Write the preliminary results explaining any realizations or insights found during the research of the subject.
Step 4
Discuss any results, new information and questions raised or found during the investigation.