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  • Rhesus D Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing now available at PathWest 04 November 2024 Commenced on 4 November 2024, the Rhesus D Non-invasive Prenatal Testing (RHD NIPT) screening test is now available for pregnant patients who are Rhesus D-negative, do not already have anti-D antibodies and are fully covered under Medicare. The test should be done between 20 to 32 weeks at a PathWest collection centre and requires a special collection tube. For further information on the test, please visitPathWest - (health.wa.gov.au)
  • Service Update - New amniocentesis collection tubes 01 November 2024 Please be advised that amniocentesis collection tubes ordered from PathWest Diagnostic Genomics have changed. The 10mL black top collection tubes are no longer in production and have been replaced with 10mL blue top collection tubes. Any remaining black top tubes can still be used until your stocks are depleted.New blue-top tubes can be ordered via the contact details below. Contact us PathWest Di...
  • Laboratory Assistant from our Media Manufacturing Unit featured in TAFE’s success stories 29 August 2024 After completing his Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques at TAFE, Trevor Bentley began working at PathWest as a Technical Assistant in Microbiology, and currently as a Laboratory Assistant at the Media Manufacturing Unit. While working at PathWest, Trevor was contacted by one of his lecturers at TAFE to be featured in their online success stories as an inspiration for their current and future ...
  • Medical Scientist shares key takeaways from the TSANZ Annual Scientific Meeting 2024 29 August 2024 Held annually, the Transplantation Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ) Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) focuses on advancing research, clinical practices, and advocacy to improve outcomes and increase access to organ transplantation in Australia and New Zealand. At the 42nd TSANZ ASM that took place in Melbourne from 16 to 18 June 2024, Babette Vogels, Medical Scientist – Transplant Immuno...
  • External Awards: PathWest staff achievements in 2023-24 30 June 2024 Anatomical Pathology Dr Priyanthi Kumarasinghewas appointed President Elect of the International Academy of Pathology (IAP) in 2023 and assumed the role of IAP President in 2024. Dr Ming Chaiwas appointed President of the Australasian Gastrointestinal Pathology Society and won the IAP 2024 Poster Prize for the Sunday Masterclass titled ‘Oh, the Places You’ll Go with Cytology!’ Dr Disn...

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  • WA Day Public Holiday Closure Notice 29 May 2024 PathWest collection centres across metropolitan and regional areas will be closed on Monday 3 June 2024 for the public holiday. Our normal operating hours will resume on Tuesday 4 June 2024.
  • Celebrating World Blood Cancer Day 2024 28 May 2024 Today, on World Blood Cancer Day, PathWest highlights our theme, ‘It takes a team to care for a patient’ showcasing how our multidisciplinary teams support patients with blood cancer and their families. Many of our haematologists are trained in both clinical and laboratory medicine. Uniquely for cancer, these doctors are able to test, diagnose and treat the patient. On this important day, we celebrate the collaborative efforts of our dedicated teams, working tirelessly to improve the lives of those affected by blood cancer. Take a look at our infographicto learn more about what we do and stay tuned in the coming weeks as we feature our staff involved across these teams.
  • A significant milestone for children with rare diseases in WA – Thanks to Telethon and the generosity of the WA community 24 May 2024 It was a memorable day at PathWest on Wednesday 22 May, with the launch of the NovaSeq XP machine, a state-of-the-art genomic sequencer that will revolutionise the testing for rare diseases by examining a person’s genetic makeup. This significant advancement is a joint funding arrangement between Telethon and both PathWest and North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS). The introduction of whole genome sequencing through the new sequencer will provide patients and their families with 50 to 100 times more information than previously available. This breakthrough offers earlier and more precise diagnoses, improving the quality of life for those living with rare diseases. The Telethon-sponsored project will enable the testing of 600 samples per year with the new sequencer opening possibilities for future assessment of thousands of samples per year. The event was attended by the Health M...
  • ANZAC Day Public Holiday Notice 2024 24 April 2024 PathWest collection centres across metropolitan and regional areas will be closed on Thursday 25 April 2024 for the public holiday. Our normal operating hours will resume on Friday 26 April 2024.
  • Easter Public Holiday Notice 2024 28 March 2024 PathWest collection centres across metropolitan and regional areas will be closed on Friday 29 March and Monday 1 April 2024 for the public holidays. We are open on Saturday 30 March 2024, and our normal operating hours will resume on Tuesday 2 April 2024.
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