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Test & Collection Guide

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Laxatives

Ordering information:

The laxative screen is able to detect stimulant laxatives such as bisocodyl, phenolphthalein, danthron and the naturally occuring anthraquinone glycosides.

Alternate names:

Urinary Laxatives

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

UMISC

Specimen types:

Urine

Container types:

Sterile Jar

Collection Instructions:

Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

Frequency:

Fortnightly

Result Turnaround Time:

2-4 weeks

Laboratory Use Only

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions

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