Clinical Labs has observed increasing Influenza A detections across New South Wales, Victoria
and South Australia following a slower start to the 2026 flu season. The trend reinforces the
value of Respiratory PCR testing in patients presenting with respiratory symptoms.
Developed by Australian psychiatrists and available exclusively at Clinical Labs, CNSDose
pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing helps your doctor personalise your medication by analysing how
your body processes medicines and how they reach your brain.
Beyond Cholesterol Understanding Apolipoprotein A‑I, Apolipoprotein B and
Lipoprotein(a) Testing
Can cardiovascular risk be present despite an apparently normal lipid profile? Read Dr
Law's article and discover how ApoB, ApoA-I and Lp(a) can provide additional insights into
cardiovascular risk beyond traditional cholesterol measurements.
Self-Collection Makes Cervical Screening Easier. Don't Put It Off.
Due for your 5-yearly cervical screening? Self-collect HPV testing provides a quick,
comfortable and private option that is as accurate as clinician-collected testing.
If your practice is still handwriting pathology requests, now is the perfect time to switch to
eRequests. eRequests are available for Best Practice, MedicalDirector Clinical, Genie and
Gentu.
Planning for pregnancy? Consider bulk-billed carrier screening.
Health experts recommend genetic carrier screening before pregnancy. A simple blood test can
identify whether you're a carrier of cystic fibrosis, spinal muscular atrophy or fragile X
syndrome, even without a family history.