Pathology and blood tests
Pathology on site in Rutherford, tests straight after your visit.
4Cyte Pathology collection is in the same building, so blood and urine tests can often be done straight after your appointment.
Blood tests, without the extra trip.
Blood, urine and other tests help your GP diagnose conditions, check how treatment is working and monitor your health. With 4Cyte Pathology collection in the same building, tests can often be done straight after your appointment.
Rutherford Doctors is a Medicare Bulk Billing Practice in Rutherford. Most pathology tests are bulk billed. Your GP reviews your results and will discuss them with you.
Need a blood test? See your GP first.
How we can help.
Choose a topic to learn what is involved and when to see a GP.
Common tests
Tests your GP often requests.
Checks red and white blood cells and platelets.
Heart and diabetes risk.
Checks how these organs are working.
Fasting
Some tests need you to fast.
Your GP will tell you if fasting is needed.
Usually 8 to 12 hours without food.
You can usually drink water.
Urine and swabs
Other common samples.
For infection, kidney health and more.
For infections and screening.
Follow collection instructions carefully.
Results
After your test.
Most results take a few days.
Your GP reviews every result.
Results are discussed at a follow-up appointment.
Children
Blood tests for children.
Talk to your child about what will happen.
Bring a favourite toy or distraction.
Ask about numbing cream if needed.
Something else on your mind? Our GPs can help.
Common tests explained.
What some common tests check.
FBC
Full blood count
Can show anaemia, infection and more.
A very common test.
Iron
Iron studies
Checks for low or high iron.
Your GP will advise on timing.
Lipids
Cholesterol
Part of assessing heart risk.
Fasting is not always needed.
Glucose
Blood sugar and HbA1c
Screens for and monitors diabetes.
HbA1c does not need fasting.
Chemistry
Kidney and liver function
Often checked with medicines.
A common routine test.
TSH
Thyroid function
Checks for under or overactive thyroid.
Common for tiredness or weight changes.
Urinalysis
Urine test
Collected in a sterile container.
Follow the collection instructions.
Your GP will tell you which tests you need and any preparation.
Need tests? Book with your GP.
Having a blood test.
What to expect.
4Cyte
Same building
4Cyte Pathology collection is in the same building. Check current collection hours with reception.
Bring
Your request
Bring your request form and Medicare card, unless your request was sent electronically.
Tell the collector if you
- Felt faint during previous blood tests
- Take blood thinners
- Have a fear of needles
- Have had a reaction before
Step by step
- 1Request
Your GP requests the tests you need.
- 2Prepare
Follow any fasting or preparation instructions.
- 3Collect
Visit 4Cyte Pathology in the same building.
- 4Results
Your GP reviews the results and discusses them with you.
Book your appointment.
Results
Book your results appointment when your test is ordered.
Copies
You can ask your GP for a copy of your results.
Costs
Most pathology tests are bulk billed. Some tests not covered by Medicare may attract a fee, and 4Cyte will advise.
Book an appointment
4Cyte Pathology collection is in the same building, so blood tests and other samples can often be collected straight after your appointment. Most pathology is bulk billed.
Where are you up to?
Select your situation.
Book an appointment.
Our GPs.
Choose a GP or book the first available.
No preference? Book the first available GP.
Pathology and blood tests questions.
Is pathology on site?
Yes. 4Cyte Pathology collection is in the same building.
Are blood tests bulk billed?
Most pathology tests are bulk billed. Some tests not covered by Medicare may attract a fee.
Do I need to fast?
Only for some tests. Your GP will tell you.
How long do results take?
Most results take a few days.
How do I get my results?
Your GP reviews your results and discusses them with you.
Further reading
Bulk billing GP in Rutherford: how it worksThis page provides general information about pathology and blood tests services at Rutherford Doctors. It is not a substitute for advice about your own health. Please book an appointment to discuss your situation. In an emergency, call 000.
