Did You Know You Can Get Online Pathology Requests?

Most Common Pathology Tests

Kidney Health Check

Kidneys play a vital role in the human body – cleaning blood and creative urine to expell toxins and waste. Kidney health tests help practitioners understand the function and state of your kidneys. The frequency of which you an individual should get a Kidney Health Check depend on a few factors of your history and lifestyle:

• Diabetes
• Blood pressure
• Current or past smoker/vaper
• Your weight
• Family history
• Age
• Background

Pre-Pregnancy Tests

When planning for a baby, it’s important to know where you stand in terms of your reproductive health. Your fertility changes over time—early testing gives you insight into your hormonal balance, egg health, and any underlying issues that could affect conception.

With the right information, you can plan your journey to parenthood with confidence, and take steps to address any concerns early.

Immune Function Tests

A strong immune system is the key to staying healthy – it helps our body fend off nasties. If you’re frequently feeling unwell or finding it slow to recover – you may be in the 5% of Australians with an autoimmune disease. Testing can help you identify and manage issues early on.

Anaemia & Fatigue Tests

Anaemia is a disease defined as a lack or low level of oxgen-carrying haemoglobin (red blood cells) in the blood – causing sufferers to experience fatigue, heart problems and susceptibility to infections. It’s estimated around 12% of Australian women are anaemic. Anaemia can be diagnosed by a practitioner through a variety of testing that measures your blood.

STD/STI Screenings

Regular STI testing is essential for sexually active individuals, especially if you have new or multiple partners. How often you should get tested will depend on your sexual activity and other health risk factors. With 16% of Australians having an STI in their lifetime, they’re more common than you think, and many infections show no symptoms in the early stages – early detection is key for treatment and management.