Pathology Services available in the Mulgrave Clinic
The Pathology Services in Mulgrave play an important role in maintaining your health and well-being. Whether you need routine blood tests or more specialized pathology services, the Valewood Clinic in Wanda Street, is equipped to meet your needs with professionalism and care.
On offer is on-site Pathology Services through the provider Melbourne Pathology. They are open from Monday to Friday, including Saturday mornings. For both blood and urine collection, no prior booking is required. However, if you have a specific requirement, please make contact with the Wanda Street Clinic.
What are Pathology Services?
Pathology involves analysing samples of bodily fluids and tissues. Pathology services play a vital role in diagnosing various health issues, from everyday infections to chronic diseases. At Valewood Medical Clinic, with the on-site Melbourne Pathology provider, you can stay informed about your health.
The tests taken are predominantly blood tests and urine tests.
Please be aware that some tests will require fasting for a number of hours prior to the test being taken – the doctors will advise when this is required.
What is involved with a blood test ?
At various times in your life, it’s important to have these tests to monitor and maintain your health.
Blood tests can be used to check whether the doses of certain medications need adjusting. They are also useful at evaluating the function of vital organs such as the liver, kidneys and heart, providing critical information about your overall health. High cholesterol, diabetes and other infections can be diagnosed via blood tests.
A blood test involves taking blood from a vein in your arm. The team at Melbourne Pathology in Mulgrave who are responsible for specimen collection is highly skilled and thoroughly trained.
It is important to avoid any heavy lifting or strenuous exercise in the following 24 hours after the blood test, to avoid bruising or bleeding.
What is involved with a urine test ?
You may be asked to provide a urine, sputum or stool test.
A sputum test checks for bacteria that may be causing an infection in your lungs or the airways leading to the lungs. Sputum, is also known as phlegm, a thick type of mucus made in your lungs.
Stool tests are often required to check for bowel cancer, gastrointestinal infections and other health conditions. Types of bacteria, viruses or parasites can be detected , as well as digestive problems understood eg absorbing types of sugars, fats or nutrients. Internal bleeding can also be ascertained.
Book an appointment at the Valewood Clinic in Mulgrave if you have concerns regarding a health issue. The doctors will recommend a urine or blood test should this be required.
What do you need to bring for the Pathology test ?
A Pathology request form/referral is required, which has been signed off by one of the doctors.
Also bring your Medicare card with you.
We will also need to know if you have any other Health Care Cards, including evidence of Veteran’s Affairs health cards. This information will be used to ensure you are billed correctly.
Pathology services are essential for thorough healthcare, assisting in the identification and treatment of a wide range of health conditions. They assist in identifying health problems before they become serious, allowing for early intervention and better treatment outcomes.
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