Referrer update: January 2025
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Discontinuation of paper results
When Wellington SCL was established, referrers had the option to receive both electronic (HL7) and paper copies of laboratory results, and many chose to receive results in both formats. This policy has been reviewed as we believe that paper copies have become outdated and are no longer necessary for the majority of referrers. Electronic result […]
Wellington anniversary day
All collection centres will be closed on Monday 20 January for the anniversary day public holiday. Enjoy the long weekend.
Saturday service locations – update
At Awanui Labs, we are committed to providing efficient, high-quality diagnostic services to our communities. To maintain this commitment, we must make sure we operate our service in a sustainable way. In the greater Wellington region, Awanui Labs are currently providing additional services to the community which we are not funded to provide. For example, […]
Referrer newsletter: 16 December
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Referrer newsletter: 6 December
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Festive season opening hours
Some of our collection centres are closed during the festive season and others are operating reduced hours up until 19 January. Please find details of all collection centre opening hours here. UPDATE: Upper Hutt collection centre will be open 0800-1615hrs the week commencing 13 January (not closing at 1300hrs as previously advertised). We wish you […]
Iron studies test ordering update
Awanui Labs are changing the configuration of e-ordering to better reflect best practice and better utilisation of tests. Iron studies will be available in the e-ordering system as follows: For referrers using paper request forms: Background Ferritin is a soluble 450kDa protein produced by the liver. It is found in all cells, providing an easily accessible intracellular iron […]
Labour day
All of our collection centres will be closed on Labour day (Monday 28 October). Collection centres that are normally open on a Saturday will operate with normal opening hours. Enjoy the long weekend and travel safely if you are heading out of town.