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From fasting to faster; cholesterol testing changes are better for all
Cholesterol testing has traditionally required all patients to fast for eight hours prior to having their blood taken. However, a new look a
How a solution for remote healthcare is helping fight antibiotic resistance
In remote communities, barriers such as distance and transport limitations can make it difficult for people to access medical services regul
Pathology is a living and a lifeline for Tasmanian collector Kathy
Kathy Boulter from Hobart understands pathology from both sides of the needle.
She has worked as a collector in the Tasmanian capital for m
How pathology is helping to ensure travellers to Bali aren’t left with an unwanted souvenir
Indonesia is the second most common destination for Australian holidaymakers. It is not uncommon for travellers to Indonesia to feel sick on
Time and money – how genetic testing improves targeted treatment for bowel cancer
Cancer treatment has made enormous progress in the last decade and continues to move forward at a rapid pace as scientists learn more about
How watching an AFL match prompted one man to get the test that saved his life
Graeme Woolridge is alive today thanks to pathology. A routine blood test at his GP in 2009 triggered a cascade of investigations that ident
Getting the microbiology bug: Dr Petra Derrington tells us what fascinates her about microbiology
Microbiology deals with diseases caused by infectious agents (known as pathogens) such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Microbiolo
Value of Pathology: new report
Download the full Value of Pathology report or an infographic including key pathology facts.
Pathology testing saves lives and money a
The Economic Value of Pathology report
Download the full Value of Pathology report or an infographic including key pathology facts.
Pathology testing saves lives and money acc
California, Hong Kong or Brisbane; where are you headed this flu season?
Influenza strains are named after some exotic destinations but where do these names come from and what role does pathology play in fighting