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100,000+

Clinical and scientific investigations each day

5,000+

Staff throughout NSW

150+

Collection services in NSW

70%

Of medical decisions rely on pathology

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Welcome to Pathologically Speaking

What you need to know about getting a test

We accept all referrals and we bulk bill

Find out who we are

Tell us about your recent collection experience

Welcome to Pathologically Speaking

Join our host, Liz Farquhar as we talk forensics, genetics, pandemics, and delve into some of our organisation’s most interesting backstories in our new official podcast.

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What you need to know about getting a test

Find answers to some of the most common questions patients ask about our pathology tests to help you better prepare for yours.

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We accept all referrals and we bulk bill

We accept all pathology request forms from your doctor. You will not be out of pocket for Medicare rebatable tests.

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Find out who we are

NSW Health Pathology is Australia’s largest public pathology provider, with a world-class Forensic & Analytical Science Service.

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Tell us about your recent collection experience

Have you recently visited one of our collection centres? Tell us about your experience in our short survey

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21st August, 2024

NSW Skills Minister meets our new trainees

The NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education Steve Whan visited our pathology laboratory at Royal North Shore Hospital during Skills Week 2024, where he announced a second round….

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25th July, 2024

Calling time on a stellar career in forensic science

FASS Operations Director, Criminalistics, Sharon Neville is taking a well-earned break from the daily grind, farewelling colleagues after 35 years. Sharon Neville describes as a “light bulb moment” the day….

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21st August, 2024

NSW Skills Minister meets our new trainees

The NSW Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education Steve Whan visited our pathology laboratory at Royal North Shore Hospital during Skills Week 2024, where he announced a second round….

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25th July, 2024

Calling time on a stellar career in forensic science

FASS Operations Director, Criminalistics, Sharon Neville is taking a well-earned break from the daily grind, farewelling colleagues after 35 years. Sharon Neville describes as a “light bulb moment” the day….

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