Welcome to Pathology Tests Explained (PTEx)

Pathology Tests Explained (PTEx) is the leading source of accurate and up-to-date, evidence-based information about pathology testing for consumers.

It is prepared and reviewed by pathology professionals and is entirely free of any commercial influence.

Pathology Tests Explained

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COVID-19
COVID-19
Up-to-date information about testing for COVID-19
Full Blood Count
Full Blood Count
A commonly used test that gives a good picture of your health
Liver Function Tests
Liver Function Tests
A group of blood tests that investigates liver problems
Thyroid Function Tests
Thyroid Function Tests
Blood tests to check how your thyroid is working
My Health Record
My Health Record
Accessing your results through your online record
Quick Read Information Sheets
Quick Read Information Sheets
Download these quick reads to understand your tests
COVID-19
COVID-19

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Test results explained

Reading your results can be confusing. Here are a few pointers

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HOW TO FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re here to help you understand your tests.
This is what we can do

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Looking for your results?

How to find them on My Health Record or get them from your doctor

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POINT OF CARE TESTS (PoCT)

Find out about tests that can be done at home, in your doctor’s rooms or at the bedside

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Video Library

Short, easy to understand videos of your test and more

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Reference intervals explained

You’ll find these on your results form.
Here’s what they mean

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