How long results take, how you will hear, and what to do if you have not.
Results and recalls
How long results take
Other tests: sometimes longer. The collector can usually tell you at the time
Cervical screening: often one to two weeks
Most pathology: usually within three working days
Where to have tests done
Laverty Pathology has a collection centre nearby. The staff are experienced with adults and children.
If you do not have Medicare, Dr Morris may recommend a different laboratory to reduce your out-of-pocket cost.
How you will hear
Once all your results are back, you will get a message through HotDoc. Normal results are usually confirmed by HotDoc message or SMS. Recalls for bulk billed care plan reviews come the same way, and eligibility is checked when results arrive.
If you have opted out of HotDoc recalls
Following up your results becomes your responsibility, including abnormal ones. You will need to book an appointment yourself to review them.
Urgent results
Urgent recalls are handled by the practice nurses. If they cannot reach you, a letter is sent to the address on file. Please make sure your address is current. Reception checks it at each face to face visit, and you can update it by email at any time.
If you have not heard anything
Wait two weeks, then email reception at specialisedmedical@bondimed.com.au. Please email rather than phone, as it is faster.
After two weeks, your enquiry is forwarded to Dr Morris to check, and a reply usually takes a few business days. If it has been less than two weeks, you will be asked to email again once two weeks have passed.
