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.

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Test name

Condition/Disease

Up-to-date information about testing for COVID-19

A commonly used test that gives a good picture of your health

A group of blood tests that investigates liver problems

Blood tests to check how your thyroid is working

Accessing your results through your online record

Download these quick reads to understand your tests

More Tests

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

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

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

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

Short, easy to understand videos of your test and more

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