News

Discontinuation of paper results

When Wellington SCL was established, referrers had the option to receive both electronic (HL7) and paper copies of laboratory results, and many chose to receive results in both formats.  This policy has been reviewed as we believe that paper copies have become outdated and are no longer necessary for the majority of referrers. Electronic result […]

Wellington anniversary day

All collection centres will be closed on Monday 20 January for the anniversary day public holiday. Enjoy the long weekend.

Saturday service locations – update

At Awanui Labs, we are committed to providing efficient, high-quality diagnostic services to our communities. To maintain this commitment, we must make sure we operate our service in a sustainable way. In the greater Wellington region, Awanui Labs are currently providing additional services to the community which we are not funded to provide. For example, […]

Referrer newsletter: 16 December

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Referrer newsletter: 6 December

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Iron studies test ordering update

Awanui Labs are changing the configuration of e-ordering to better reflect best practice and better utilisation of tests. Iron studies will be available in the e-ordering system as follows: For referrers using paper request forms: Background Ferritin is a soluble 450kDa protein produced by the liver. It is found in all cells, providing an easily accessible intracellular iron […]

Patient results delivery improvement

Awanui Labs is improving the delivery of patient results directly to referrers using Medtech Evolution across New Zealand. From 30 September, referrers who are using the Medtech Evolution system, can electronically receive their patient’s test results including blood, urine, histology and cytology results in real time as they are reported by the laboratories. Awanui Labs […]

Annual customer survey

Our 2024 customer survey is now an on-line platform. Please forward to all clinical staff in your practice. The survey is quick and easy to complete and is an opportunity to confirm what we are doing well and to identify any areas for improvement. Please click here to complete.

Referrer newsletter: 13 September

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