{"title":"All","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"vitamin-d","title":"Vitamin D","description":"\u003cp\u003eTests for the level of 25-OH vitamin D (25-hydroxy-vitamin D) in your blood, which is useful as an aid in the assessment of vitamin D sufficiency. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Vitamin+D\" title=\"More information about Vitamin D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Vitamin+D\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42414577057852,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/VitaminD.jpg?v=1734403707"},{"product_id":"iron-studies","title":"Iron Studies","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis blood panel measures Fe (iron), transferrin and ferritin levels.  Iron is an essential trace element, which means the body cannot make it's own and it must be absorbed from the diet. Iron is essential for the production of red blood cells, however both too little iron (iron deficiency) and too much iron (iron overload) can lead to disruption of various processes in the body.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransferrin binds to iron to transport it through the blood to where it needs to go. When iron stores are low, transferrin levels increase. When there is too much iron in the body, transferrin levels decrease.  Ferritin is a blood protein that stores iron, mainly in the liver, releasing it when the iron is needed to make new red blood cells. Measuring the level of ferritin in your blood may provide a good indication of the amount of iron stored in your body. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Iron+studies\" title=\"More details about iron studies testing\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Iron+studies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42414598651964,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/iron.jpg?v=1734405204"},{"product_id":"blood-group","title":"Blood Group","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour blood group depends on the type you inherit from your parents. Blood is grouped according to the ABO typing system. There are four ABO blood groups: A, B, AB and O. Each blood group can be either RhD positive or RhD negative, which means in total there are eight different combinations of ABO and RhD blood groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Blood+group\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"More information about blood group testing\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Blood+group\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42414599176252,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/blood.jpg?v=1734405353"},{"product_id":"serum-pregnancy-test-beta-hcg","title":"Pregnancy Test (Beta HCG)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHuman Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced in the placenta during pregnancy. hCG be detected by this blood test as early as one week after conception, making this test useful to confirm pregnancy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=HCG+%28Human+chorionic+gonadotrophin%29\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"More information about hcg testing can be found here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=HCG+%28Human+chorionic+gonadotrophin%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42414601306172,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/hcg.jpg?v=1734405580"},{"product_id":"complete-blood-count","title":"Complete Blood Count (CBC)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Complete Blood Count (CBC) is a common and comprehensive blood test that helps assess your overall health and detect a variety of disorders, such as infections, anaemia, and other diseases. 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Anti-TPO targets an enzyme, thyroid peroxidase, that is present in the thyroid gland and is important for the production of thyroid hormone. Testing for the presence of anti-TPO in the blood is useful when investigating suspected autoimmune thyroid disease, particularly Hashimoto's thyroiditis. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Thyroid+antibodies\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Further details about anti-TPO testing\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Thyroid+antibodies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474388324412,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/pelle-asplund-bXw8CVw_u-Y-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816338"},{"product_id":"lipids","title":"Lipids","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lipid panel (lipogram) includes tests for total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol (often called good cholesterol), LDL-cholesterol (often called bad cholesterol), and triglycerides. These tests are often requested to determine risk of developing cardiovascular disease (heart disease, stroke and related diseases); and to monitor the treatment of conditions that can cause blockage of blood vessels (atherosclerosis, sometimes known as “hardening of the arteries”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Lipid+profile\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Additional information about the lipid profile investigation\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Lipid+profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474390421564,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/alexis-fauvet-ZMUPMypbIos-unsplash.jpg?v=1736737279"},{"product_id":"calcium","title":"Calcium and Phosphate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis test measures the level of calcium in your blood. Calcium is one of the most important minerals in your body and has many essential functions. About half of the calcium in your blood is referred to as 'free' and is the active form. The remaining half is 'bound', mostly to albumin. The total calcium test measures both free and bound forms of calcium. An albumin-adjusted calcium level (\"corrected calcium\") is also reported when total calcium is requested, which is an estimate of what the total calcium would be with a normalised albumin level. This can be useful because albumin level affects the total calcium level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen calcium is tested at Pathlab, calcium, adjusted\/corrected calcium, albumin, and phosphate results will be reported.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphates are vital for bone growth, energy production and muscle and nerve function. They also play an important role as a buffer, helping to maintain the body’s acid-base balance.  The phosphate blood test canbe used to help diagnose disorders that cause abnormally high or low levels of phosphate. These can be grouped as those that cause poor absorption of minerals from the intestines or interfere with the process for getting rid of minerals by the kidneys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Calcium\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"More information about calcium testing\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Calcium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Phosphate\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"More information about Phosphate testing\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Phosphate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474409230396,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/engin-akyurt-2rlleYcpvtI-unsplash.jpg?v=1736738533"},{"product_id":"parathyroid-hormone-pth","title":"Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)","description":"\u003cp\u003eParathyroid hormone (PTH) plays an important role in the regulation of calcium levels in the body. If blood calcium is low, the parathyroid glands release PTH which works to bring blood calcium level back up. If blood calcium level is high, PTH production is reduced until the balance is restored. This feedback system also involves vitamin D and phosphate levels as well as the bones, kidneys and intestines. If blood PTH level is high, this may indicate hyperparathyroidism, and if blood PTH level is low, this may indicate hypoparathyroidism. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=PTH+%28Parathyroid+Hormone%29\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Additional information about Parathyroid Hormone testing\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=PTH+%28Parathyroid+Hormone%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474417127484,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/steve-harvey-NAjUp56_pdE-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816944"},{"product_id":"c-reactive-protein-crp","title":"C-Reactive Protein (CRP)","description":"\u003cp\u003eC-reactive protein (CRP) is released into the blood, by the liver, as part of the inflammatory response. A raised CRP level may indicate that there is inflammation occurring in the body. The test does not determine where the inflammation is occurring in the body or specifically what the cause is. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about C Reactive Protein testing\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=C-reactive+protein\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=C-reactive+protein\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474417586236,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/bruno-nascimento-PHIgYUGQPvU-unsplash.jpg?v=1736739648"},{"product_id":"cholesterol","title":"Cholesterol","description":"\u003cp\u003eCholesterol is a type of fat that is made in the liver and additionally absorbed from the diet. It is present in all cells of the body and performs a range of important functions. However, a high level of total cholesterol in the blood is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Cholesterol\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"More information about cholesterol\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Cholesterol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474417979452,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/zdenek-machacek-Fe_VNJ-yzlY-unsplash.jpg?v=1736737275"},{"product_id":"coeliac-screen","title":"Coeliac Screen","description":"\u003cp\u003etTG-IgA (tissue transglutaminase IgA) is the primary blood marker used to test for coeliac disease. A positive result supports a diagnosis of coeliac disease, but further testing and clinical consultation is always needed to confirm the diagnosis. If your total IgA is low, this is detected when testing tTG-IgA and the laboratory will automatically add DGP-IgG (anti-deamidated gliadin peptide IgG) testing as well. There is no extra charge for this. If your total IgA level is found to be very low, the tTG-IgA test becomes unreliable and so DGP-IgG will be tested instead of tTG-IgA. DGP-IgG can also be ordered as a seperate test, independant of tTG-IgA. Please note it is vital to continue eating gluten (not excluding gluten-containing foods) leading up to getting your coeliac blood test. 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If the systems controlling your cortisol level are not working properly, the resulting abnormal cortisol level can lead to Cushing's syndrome (high cortisol), or Addison's disease (low cortisol). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood - \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIdeally, sample should be collected at 8am.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca title=\"More information about Cortisol\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Cortisol\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Cortisol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474429186108,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/rahadiansyah-IlRNPWk39eY-unsplash.jpg?v=1736739849"},{"product_id":"creatinine","title":"Creatinine","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreatinine is a waste product produced from the normal function of muscles. It then gets filtered out of the blood by the kidneys and eliminated in urine. Although it's exact level in your blood varies depending on factors like diet, recent exercise, muscle mass, and medications, the creatinine test is useful in assessing how well your kidneys are working.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Creatinine\" title=\"More information about Creatinine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Creatinine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474429775932,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/wai-siew-mTFyV8oNDzU-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816733"},{"product_id":"dhea-s","title":"Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate (DHEAS)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS) is a male sex hormone, produced mostly in the adrenal glands, in both men and women, with some also produced in the testicles and ovaries. The DHEAS test can be used in combination with other hormone tests to investigate a range of conditions caused by the over- or underproduction of male sex hormones, such as masculine physical characteristics in young females and early puberty in young males and enlargement of the adrenal glands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Dehydroepiandrosterone+sulfate+%28DHEAS%29\" title=\"More information about Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate DHEAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Dehydroepiandrosterone+sulfate+%28DHEAS%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474430627900,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/jacek-dylag-xuF8ALu5SDE-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816753"},{"product_id":"electrolytes-sodium-potassium","title":"Electrolytes (Sodium \u0026 Potassium)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSodium and potassium are electrolytes (minerals with an electric charge when dissolved in water). The cells of your body need electrolytes to transmit electrical impulses such as for nerves impulses and muscle contractions, including heart and muscles involved in digestion. Sodium levels are particularly important for controlling fluid balance, thirst and blood pressure. Your body has systems to tightly control the amount of electrolytes in body fluids and cells, but if something is wrong, abnormal concentrations of these electrolytes can cause a wide variety of health problems affecting multiple organs such as the heart, kidneys, liver and muscles. These wide-ranging effects mean that electrolytes are included as part of most routine laboratory investigations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about Sodium\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Sodium\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Sodium\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Potassium\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Potassium\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Potassium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Electrolytes\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Electrolytes\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Electrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474430791740,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/emma-jane-hobden-Ilmq0RGBF3E-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816372"},{"product_id":"ferritin","title":"Ferritin","description":"\u003cp\u003eFerritin is a blood protein that stores iron, mainly in the liver, releasing it when the iron is needed to make new red blood cells. Measuring the level of ferritin in your blood may provide a good indication of the amount of iron stored in your body. A ferritin test can be used by itself, but it is most often requested as part of a group of tests known as iron studies which includes other tests relating to your body's iron levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Ferritin\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferritin\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Ferritin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474430890044,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/engin-akyurt-d6oAEmwEBVg-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736798"},{"product_id":"follicle-stimulating-hormone-fsh","title":"Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFSH is made in the pituitary gland and plays an important role in sexual development and function. The test is used to assess fertility and pituitary disorders in men and women.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=FSH+%28Follicle+stimulating+hormone%29\" title=\"More information about FSH Follicle stimulating hormone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=FSH+%28Follicle+stimulating+hormone%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474430988348,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/michele-blackwell-przZDqzZKpk-unsplash.jpg?v=1736739944"},{"product_id":"free-t3","title":"Free T3","description":"\u003cp\u003eTriiodothyronine (T3) is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that exists in the body as free T3 and as bound T3 (bound to protein). Free T3 is used mainly to help diagnose hyperthyroidism, when the thyroid produces too much hormone. Also known as FT3 and free triiodothyronine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Free+T3+%28triiodothyronine%29\" title=\"More information about Free T3 triiodothyronine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Free+T3+%28triiodothyronine%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474431119420,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/jeremy-bishop-_CFv3bntQlQ-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816836"},{"product_id":"free-t4","title":"Free T4","description":"\u003cp\u003eThyroxine (T4) is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that exists in the body as free T4 and as bound T4 (bound to protein). A high free T4 result may indicate an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), while a low free T4 result may indicate an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). Also known as FT4, Free Thyroxine, Eltroxin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Free+T4+%28thyroxine%29\" title=\"More information about Free T4 thyroxine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Free+T4+%28thyroxine%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474431217724,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/nattu-adnan-Ai2TRdvI6gM-unsplash.jpg?v=1736816865"},{"product_id":"glucose","title":"Glucose","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlucose is the body's main source of energy. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that is needed to enable glucose in the blood to be taken up by the body's cells for energy production or storage. The level of glucose in your blood goes up and down depending on when and what you last ate or drank.  Diabetes occurs when the pancreas either does not produce enough insulin or the body is unable to respond to the insulin it produces, with either case resulting in raised blood glucose. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Glucose\" title=\"More information about Glucose\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=Glucose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474431512636,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/supliful-supplements-on-demand-QXkHdtbFqdc-unsplash.jpg?v=1736740232"},{"product_id":"hba1c-glycosylated-haemoglobin","title":"HbA1c (Glycated Haemoglobin)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlucose is the body's main source of energy. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that is needed to enable glucose in the blood to be taken up by the body's cells for energy production or storage. Diabetes occurs when the pancreas either does not produce enough insulin or the body is unable to respond to the insulin it produces, with either case resulting in raised blood glucose. The level of glucose in your blood goes up and down depending on when and what you last ate or drank, but the HbA1c test measures your average blood glucose level over the last few months, from a single random blood sample, making it the main screening and diagnostic test for prediabetes (also called impaired glucose tolerance or IGT) and diabetes. HbA1c is also the main blood test used for monitoring type 2 diabetes. HbA1c is also known as glycated haemoglobin and glycosylated haemoglobin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=HbA1c\" title=\"More information about HbA1c\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=HbA1c\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474431676476,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/pexels-raudys-884509.jpg?v=1736816463"},{"product_id":"hepatitis-a-igg-and-igm-antibody","title":"Hepatitis A IgG Antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlso known as anti-HAV IgG.  A positive result indicates previous exposure or vaccination, and immunity to hepatitis A virus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+A\" title=\"More information about Hepatitis A\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474431807548,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/jeffrey-hamilton-2JUJ4VQ-DY4-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817162"},{"product_id":"hepatitis-b-antibody","title":"Hepatitis B Antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs). This test must be interpreted in conjunction with vaccination history and infection status. ​​​In the absence of chronic hepatitis B, anti-HBs 10.00 mIU\/mL or greater indicates immunity to hepatitis B.  Please note that an anti-HBs \u0026gt; 10 mIU\/mL may reflect either vaccination or exposure to the virus and does not exclude the presence of HBV infection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about Hepatitis B\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+B\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+B\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474432069692,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/isaac-maffeis-jZr2WEHkXzc-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817165"},{"product_id":"hepatitis-b-antigen","title":"Hepatitis B Antigen","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). This test is used to screen for acute or chronic hepatitis B.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+B\" title=\"More information about Hepatitis B\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+B\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474432430140,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/manoj-roy-VNrdMRvlt88-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817201"},{"product_id":"hepatitis-c-antibody","title":"Hepatitis C Antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlso known as anti-HCV, the first-line test to screen for Hepatitis C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+C\" title=\"More information about Hepatitis C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Hepatitis+C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474432593980,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/dominik-schroder-FIKD9t5_5zQ-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817435"},{"product_id":"anti-mullerian-hormone-amh","title":"Anti Mullerian Hormone (AMH)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis test measures anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) in the blood. It is used along with other hormone tests such as oestradiol, progesterone and FSH to assess the ability to produce eggs that can be fertilised for pregnancy. A lower level of AMH indicates there are fewer eggs remaining. AMH levels gradually decline as a woman ages, and as the number of eggs decreases. This has implications for her ability to become pregnant and her likely responsiveness to in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=AMH+%28Anti-Mullerian+hormone%29\" title=\"More information about AMH Anti-Mullerian hormone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=AMH+%28Anti-Mullerian+hormone%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474433052732,"sku":"","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/luma-pimentel-1vnB2l7j3bY-unsplash.jpg?v=1736739575"},{"product_id":"insulin-includes-glucose","title":"Insulin (Includes Glucose)","description":"\u003cp\u003eInsulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps to control blood glucose levels. Insulin production following a meal allows absorbed glucose to be taken up by the body's cells, mainly muscle cells, to be used for energy production. Insulin also signals the liver to store remaining excess blood glucose as carbohydrate and fat. A glucose level will be performed at the same time when Insulin is requested, and this is included in the price. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca title=\"More information about Insulin\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Insulin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Insulin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474437771324,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/mikhail-luxkstn-QM2n57HHSj4-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817132"},{"product_id":"iodine-urine","title":"Iodine (Urine)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIodine is an essential trace mineral, which means the body cannot make its own and it must be absorbed from the diet. Iodine is needed to make thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), in the thyroid gland. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Urine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about iodine deficiency\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/iodine-deficiency\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/iodine-deficiency\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474440065084,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/adarsh-kumar-singh-wEvm5oWsYPw-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817232"},{"product_id":"chloride","title":"Chloride","description":"\u003cp\u003eA chloride test measures the level of chloride, an essential electrolyte, in the blood, which helps maintain proper fluid balance, blood pressure, and acid-base regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbnormal chloride levels can indicate dehydration, kidney disease, or imbalances in acid-base levels, often associated with conditions like respiratory or metabolic disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Chloride\" title=\"More information about Chloride\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Chloride\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474440327228,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/jason-tuinstra-4OfaTz6SdYs-unsplash.jpg?v=1736738634"},{"product_id":"alanine-amino-transferase-alt","title":"Alanine Amino Transferase (ALT)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlanine Amino Transferase (ALT) can be measured by itself, but usually in addition to other liver function tests, to assess how well your liver is working. While most ALT is in the liver, it is also present in smaller amounts in the kidneys, heart and muscles. When the liver is damaged, ALT is released from the damaged liver cells into the blood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA raised ALT result can indicate liver damage even before obvious symptoms of liver damage are seen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=ALT+%28Alanine+aminotransferase%29\" title=\"More information about ALT Alanine aminotransferase\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=ALT+%28Alanine+aminotransferase%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474445766716,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/annie-spratt-XIYFrzJE41g-unsplash.jpg?v=1736737522"},{"product_id":"aspartate-amino-transferase-ast","title":"Aspartate Amino Transferase (AST)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aspartate Amino Transferase (AST) test measures the level of AST, an enzyme found primarily in the liver, heart, and muscles, which helps assess organ function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevated AST levels can indicate liver damage, heart conditions, or muscle injury, and are often used to monitor liver health and diagnose conditions like hepatitis or myocardial infarction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=AST+%28Aspartate+aminotransferase%29\" title=\"More information about AST Aspartate aminotransferase\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=AST+%28Aspartate+aminotransferase%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474445963324,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/meric-dagli-VmNZS_RGyFE-unsplash.jpg?v=1736737517"},{"product_id":"liver-function-tests-lft","title":"Liver Function Tests (LFT)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe liver plays an essential role in the body, cleaning the blood by filtering out waste and toxins, and producing digestive enzymes that are needed for digestion of food. The liver produces bile which helps break down fats in the intestines so that they can be absorbed. Liver Function Tests (LFTs) are a group of blood tests used to assess how well your liver is working. They may be used to investigate suspected liver damage, and also to help assess the level of damage and to monitor it with periodic testing. Together alcohol, excess bodyweight and viral hepatitis are the cause of nine out of 10 cases of liver disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTests included in this panel: Bilirubin (Total), ALP, GGT, ALT, Total Protein, Albumin, Globulins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAST is available but must be ordered additionally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca title=\"More information about Liver function tests\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=LFT+%28Liver+function+tests%29\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests.php?q=LFT+%28Liver+function+tests%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default 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href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=LH+%28Luteinising+hormone%29\" title=\"More information about LH Luteinising hormone\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=LH+%28Luteinising+hormone%29\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474447110204,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/evie-martinez-Lr372bdfatI-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736209"},{"product_id":"measles-igg","title":"Measles IgG Antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Measles IgG antibody test measures the level of IgG antibodies in the blood, indicating past exposure to the measles virus or successful vaccination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA positive result suggests immunity to measles, confirming protection against future infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as rubeloa. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Measles+and+Mumps+serology\" title=\"More information about Measles serology\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Measles+and+Mumps+serology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474447306812,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/baruch-pi-9429MZq7tvU-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817264"},{"product_id":"mercury-blood","title":"Mercury (Blood)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlood mercury testing is used to investigate suspected poisoning from exposure to organic mercury (methlymercury), which is found at varying levels in marine and freshwater fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor environmental or occupational, mercury exposure see Mercury (Urine)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Mercury#\" title=\"More information about Mercury\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Mercury#\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474447437884,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/diogo-lemos-28by6XwoZ0s-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736617"},{"product_id":"mercury-urine","title":"Mercury (Urine)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMercury urine testing measures the amount of mercury excreted in the urine, which helps assess recent exposure to mercury, particularly from environmental sources or occupational settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevated mercury levels in urine can indicate toxic exposure, which may affect the kidneys and nervous system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detection of methyl mercury (found in fish), see Mercury (Blood).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Urine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Mercury#\" title=\"More information about Mercury\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Mercury#\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474447503420,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/susan-wilkinson-d1FPihjCtpk-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736647"},{"product_id":"mumps-igg","title":"Mumps IgG Antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mumps IgG antibody test measures the level of IgG antibodies in the blood, indicating past exposure to the mumps virus or successful vaccination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA positive result suggests immunity to mumps, helping to assess whether an individual is protected against future infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Measles+and+Mumps+serology\" title=\"More information about Mumps serology\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Measles+and+Mumps+serology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474448158780,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/aiva-apsite-Mn270ezwnU0-unsplash.jpg?v=1736817372"},{"product_id":"oestradiol-e2","title":"Oestradiol (E2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOestradiol (E2) is one of the three types of estrogen and, in women, is mainly produced in the ovary with levels rising and falling depending on the phase of the menstrual cycle. Normal levels of oestradiol are important for proper ovulation, conception, and pregnancy, in addition to promoting healthy bone structure and regulating cholesterol levels. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about Oestradiol\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Oestradiol\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Oestradiol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474449076284,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/jonathan-borba-emD3ug7QnIs-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736211"},{"product_id":"potassium","title":"Potassium","description":"\u003cp\u003eA potassium test measures the level of potassium, an essential electrolyte, in the blood, which is crucial for maintaining proper muscle function, nerve transmission, and fluid balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbnormal potassium levels can indicate kidney problems, dehydration, or issues with heart rhythm and muscle function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about Potassium\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Potassium\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Potassium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474449731644,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/mike-dorner-sf_1ZDA1YFw-unsplash.jpg?v=1736738536"},{"product_id":"progesterone","title":"Progesterone","description":"\u003cp\u003eA progesterone test measures the level of progesterone, a hormone produced by the ovaries, important for regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbnormal progesterone levels can indicate issues with ovulation, fertility, or pregnancy, and may also help assess the health of the corpus luteum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"More information about Progesterone\" href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Progesterone\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Progesterone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474450157628,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/nina-hill-8FEADmOenoM-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736215"},{"product_id":"prolactin","title":"Prolactin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA prolactin test measures the level of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, which plays a key role in milk production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbnormal prolactin levels can indicate conditions such as pituitary disorders, fertility issues, or unexplained lactation in non-pregnant women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn around time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore info\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Prolactin\" title=\"More information about Prolactin\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pathologytestsexplained.org.au\/ptests-pro.php?q=Prolactin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pathlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42474450747452,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/1594\/8092\/files\/tucker-good-36skLT5jZcc-unsplash.jpg?v=1736736217"},{"product_id":"prothrombin-ratio-inr","title":"Prothrombin Ratio (INR)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe International Normalized Ratio (INR) is a measure how long it takes for blood to clot. 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