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Test & Collection Guide

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Chromogranin A

Ordering information:

Please note this test is not covered by Medicare rebate and the cost to the patient will be $55.00 to $60.00 (price is subject to change).

Dual reporting has ended. If dual reporting required, please contact the lab prior to sending the sample. Dr Ailie Connell, Chemical Pathologist.

If patient required dual reporting please ask the patient to sign the consent form.

THE REQUEST FORM MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE PATIENT CONSENT FORM OR THE REFERRAL LABORATORY CANNOT PERFORM THE TEST. CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE VERSION OF THIS CONSENT FORM.

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

CHRA

Specimen types:

Serum

Container types:

Serum tube with gel

Collection Instructions:

Transport ON ICE IMMEDIATELY to lab
Sample haemolysis may make this test unreportable

Minimum Adult Volume:

2 mL

Frequency:

Weekly

Result Turnaround Time:

7-10 days

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.

To access Auscare, see instructions.

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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