MyTests has transitioned to BODYiQ, Awanui Labs’ dedicated self-requested health testing platform, bringing all self-requested testing services together under one trusted brand. Customers can continue to access more than 80 tests to support their proactive health journey. All testing continues to be processed by Awanui Labs, backed by high clinical standards and a network of more […]
Sexual Health 101, a confidential service for New Zealanders wanting to access sexual health testing services, is now available through BODYiQ. BODYiQ delivers a streamlined digital and user-friendly experience for self-requested testing. Sexual Health 101 now has a fresh new look, and customers can continue to order the same trusted and confidential STI Test Kit […]
Requestable on eOrder – No prior approval neededEffective date: 16/02/2026 What is Fibrosis-4 (FIB-4)? The FIB-4 (Fibrosis-4) index is a non-invasive score used to stratify liver fibrosis risk in patients with suspected metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), previously called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It enhances early identification of patients at risk for advanced […]
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Celebrating Care, Connection and Community Today is the start of Phlebotomist Recognition Week 2026, when we say thank you to all our staff who collect your blood sample. This week shines a light on their work, dedication and support for patients across Aotearoa New Zealand. This year’s theme is The Hands Behind Every Blood Test – The Hearts Behind Every Patient, showcasing phlebotomists as being on […]
All of our collection centres will be closed on Monday 26 January for the Auckland/Northland regional anniversary day and on Friday 6 February for Waitangi day.
off” option has now been removed from all test request platforms, including: This change is intended to reduce the risk of inadvertently selecting “HIV opt-off” in situations where a full antenatal screening panel is required. If a patient genuinely wishes to decline HIV testing, please order the required antenatal tests individually, rather than using the […]
The Scope, Issue 42, is now available here. This issue contains the following articles:
All of our collection centres are closed on the Christmas and New Year public holidays. Normal opening hours will apply for the remainder of the time with the following exceptions: We wish you a happy and safe festive season.
Implementation Date: 28/10/2025 Test Name: Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs) – Pregnancy Anticipated Change Historically, TFT results in pregnancy were reported without reference intervals, as gestational age is not always provided or reliably stated on request forms. Gestational reference intervals were supplied as a comment only, which prevented automatic flagging of abnormal results (since flagging is […]