NSW Health Pathology

Here to help protect and enhance the health, safety and wellbeing of our communities at all stages of life. Find a collection centre, test information, services, news, staff and more:

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

Highlights

We accept all referrals and we bulk bill

New podcast episode with Dr Catriona Halliday

Study towards a career in pathology or forensics

Celebrating International Pathology Day

Need a pathology test?

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.

Find your nearest Collection Centre
New podcast episode with Dr Catriona Halliday

This week on Pathologically Speaking Dr Catriona Halliday shares her insights into the fascinating and sometimes dangerous world of fungi. From life-saving antibiotics to life-threatening infections, fungi play a complex role in human health.

Listen now
Study towards a career in pathology or forensics

Look inside our labs and discover the tertiary education that can lead you to a career with us.

Find out more
Celebrating International Pathology Day

We are proud to be celebrating the work of our scientists for this year's International Pathology Day  on 5 November 2025. Meet some of the amazing people working every day to keep our communities safe and healthy.

Read their stories here
Need a pathology test?

We have over 150 collection centres right across NSW.

Find your local collection centre

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