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Cervical Screening Test (Self Collect)

Alternative Names:

CST (Self Collect)

Laboratory:

Pathology Service

Test Code:

PAC

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Swab

Container Types:

See Detailed Information

Collection & Request Instructions:

Self collection kit or a flocked swab (Copan FLOQswab 552C or 552.80 - red top).

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples