If you’re unsure whether you’re immune to measles and don’t want to receive another vaccination, a blood test is a reliable way to confirm your immunity status. The measles immunity blood test checks for antibodies to determine if you are protected against the disease. You can order this test online through BODYiQ, Awanui’s self-requested testing service, without needing a GP referral. Results are available within days […]
Most of our collection centres are closed on Labour day (Monday 27 October), but details of the centres that are open can be found below or downloaded here. COUNTIES MANUKAU Botany292a Botany Road, Botany8.00am – 12.00pmTakanini30 Walters Rd, Takanini8.00am – 12.00pmAUCKLAND Mt Eden661 Dominion Rd8.00am – 12.00pmMt Wellington37-41 Carbine Rd8.00am – 12.00pmWAITEMATA Henderson10 Woodford Avenue8.00am – 12.00pmMairangi Bay119 […]
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Due to technical issues, ENA/dsDNA testing is currently unavailable at Awanui Labs Auckland – this will affect community samples from Auckland and Northland. We will update you once testing resumes in Auckland. We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
We are pleased to announce that routine blood-test appointments can now be booked online for Glenfield, Glen Innes, Glendene and Manurewa collection centres. This option allows patients to reserve a specific time and helps to ease queues during busy periods. Appointments are offered at selected times that differ by location, reflecting staffing levels and daily […]
Awanui Labs Auckland has successfully implemented a pre-analytical pathway for UTI diagnostic stewardship through e-order, which requests clinical information for laboratory processing of urine specimens. The information we have been receiving from clinicians is immensely useful in accurate interpretation of urine microscopy and culture results, and facilitates clinically-relevant reporting. As recommended by local and international […]
In this issue: As always, we appreciate your continued support and dedication to improving patient outcomes. Happy reading! Download the newsletter here.
A new Hobsonville pop-up collection centre will be opening from 28 May.
Awanui Labs Auckland is undertaking a review of its Home Visit service to ensure it continues to support patients with the greatest clinical need, in line with the eligibility criteria set by Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora. Home visits are reserved for: When a request does not meet eligibility criteria or further clinical […]
We are pleased to announce that patients referred for specialised tests that require appointments can now book appointments online here. A link on the homepage will direct patients to our online booking system, where they can schedule their own appointments for the following tests: Booking online allows patients to choose the most convenient time and […]