News & Communications
BODYiQ expands access to private bowel screening in New Zealand
Awanui Labs has introduced a Bowel Cancer Screening FIT Test through BODYiQ, providing a new private bowel screening option in New Zealand for people who want to take a proactive approach to their bowel health. Designed for people without bowel symptoms, the test provides another option for people who are not currently eligible for New Zealand’s National Bowel Screening Programme, as well as […]
School holiday hours
As we approach the upcoming school holiday period, we would like to inform you of some adjustments to our collection services across Auckland from 26 September to 11 October.. We anticipate reduced patient demand and therefore have chosen a small number of collection centres that will not operate during this time. This will affect the […]
New aeroallergen blood test now available through BODYiQ
Awanui Labs has introduced a new Aeroallergen Sensitivity Blood IgE Test, available directly to the public through BODYiQ, Awanui’s self-request health testing service. The test checks for allergy-related antibodies known as immunoglobulin E (IgE). These antibodies can indicate whether your immune system is sensitive to common airborne allergens, including house dust mites, cats, dogs, grass […]
Matariki opening hours
Most of our collection centres will be closed on Friday 10 July for the Matariki public holiday. Opening hours for centres operating can be found here.
The Scope: May 2026
In this issue we feature: Read it here.
Updated HbA1c Diagnostic Thresholds
The Diabetes National Clinical Network has issued updated HbA1c diagnostic thresholds to align HbA1c reporting in New Zealand with international best practice guidelines (WHO, ADA). These changes aim to support earlier detection and intervention, reduce inequities, and improve patient outcomes, particularly in younger patients and high-risk population groups. Awanui Labs will implement these changes on […]
King’s birthday weekend
Please find attached a list of collection centres open on the King’s birthday, Monday 1 June. All other collection centres will be closed for the public holiday.
Discontinuation of Rabies IgG Serology
For the past decade, Awanui has offered commercial Rabies IgG serology testing for travellers and workers to that required confirmation of the immune status. As you will have noticed, the Rabies IgG serology test has undergone some changes in the last few years. With dwindling numbers, the cost per test to cover the overheads of […]
ANZAC day closures
Most of our collection centres will be closed on ANZAC day (Monday April 27), but a list of those open can be found here. Note: Collection centres normally open on Saturday will be open on Saturday April 25.
Easter weekend opening hours
Most of our collection centres are closed on the Easter public holidays but a list of open centres can be found here.