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 Recent changes for Cervical Screening Test (Self Collect)

Recent changes for Cervical Screening Test (Self Collect)
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12th February 2024
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.    As at July 2023, this fee is $46.

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.   

7th February 2024
Collection & Request Instructions

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

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.    As at July 2023, this fee is $46.

Cervical Screening Test (Self Collect)

Alternative Names:CST (Self Collect)
Laboratory:Pathology Service
Test Code:PAC
Medicare rebatable:No
Specimen Types:Swab
Container Types:
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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
Processing Instructions:Store at 4'C
Assay Frequency:Weekdays
External Laboratory:Victorian Cytology Service (VCS)
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

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