Blood, urine and other tests collected onsite at Morisset Doctors by 4Cyte Pathology, often on the same day as your appointment, so there is no extra trip. Results go straight to your doctor.
GP consultations are bulk billed for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card: children 15 and under, patients 65 and over with a pension or Health Care Card, and all other pension and Health Care Card holders.
No need for a separate trip.
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Call receptionSome tests, like fasting glucose, need it.
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PreparingBeing well hydrated makes blood tests easier.
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Book nowBulk billed for eligible patientsMost results need a follow-up appointment.
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4Cyte Pathology collects blood, urine and swab samples at the clinic. Bring your request form, or your GP can send it electronically.
Most pathology tests requested by a GP are bulk billed by the pathology provider for eligible patients; ask if unsure.
Ask reception about collection times.
Many are; the pathology provider sets fees.
Some tests require fasting, usually 8 to 12 hours with water only. Others need to be taken at a certain time, such as some medicine levels.
Your GP or the form will tell you what to do.
Yes.
Usually yes, unless told otherwise.
Results usually come back within a few days. A follow-up appointment is usually needed to go through them.
The practice will try to contact you about any urgent results.
Only if authorised by your doctor.
Usually a few days.
Plain-language information to help you know what to expect and make informed decisions with your GP.
Pathology is the study of samples such as blood, urine, swabs and tissue to help diagnose, monitor and prevent disease. Results guide many of the decisions your GP makes.
At Morisset Doctors, 4Cyte Pathology collects samples onsite.
A collector cleans your arm, applies a band and draws blood from a vein into small tubes. It takes a few minutes.
Tell the collector if you feel faint with blood tests, take blood thinners or have had a reaction before.
Some tests, such as fasting glucose, need you to have nothing but water for 8 to 12 hours. Most tests, including many cholesterol tests, do not.
Your request form or GP will tell you if you need to fast.
Results are sent securely to your doctor. Some results may also appear in your My Health Record.
A follow-up appointment is usually needed to discuss your results.
Your GP will choose the right tests for you.
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All blood tests require fasting.
Only some do; your form will say.
Drinking water before a blood test can help.
Unless you are told otherwise.
4Cyte Pathology collects onsite at Morisset Doctors.
Often on the day of your appointment.
Information on this page is general, evidence-based and drawn from Australian health authorities and professional guidelines, including:
Morisset Doctors advertises its services in line with the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law and AHPRA's Guidelines for advertising a regulated health service. We do not use testimonials, offer inducements, or make claims about outcomes. Individual results and experiences vary. Please talk to your GP about your own situation.
Collection at the clinic.
Typical fasting, if required.
Some take longer.
Collected where you see your GP.
Your care can involve more than one person. Choose a part of the care team to see how it fits together.
Cholesterol, sugar and more.
Medicines and conditions.
Routine pregnancy blood tests.
Every GP at Morisset Doctors can help with pathology and blood tests. These team members list it among their interests.
Skin checks and procedures, geriatric medicine, paediatrics, chronic conditions and men's health.
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Chronic and complex care, geriatrics, mental health, skin cancer medicine and women's health.
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Women's health, children's health, pregnancy care and preventive care. Taking new patients.
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Women's health, paediatrics, geriatric medicine and chronic disease. Taking new patients.
Book nowA little preparation gives you and your doctor more time for what matters. Your doctor will explain the options, benefits and risks, and only examine with your consent.
Book online at any hour, or call reception from 8:00am, Monday to Friday. New patients welcome.
If yours is not here, call (02) 4006 8222 and reception will help.
Yes, 4Cyte Pathology collects onsite.
Many GP-requested tests are; providers set fees.
Only for some tests; check your form.
At a follow-up appointment.
Ask reception about collection for children.
Yes.
