Pathology on Site
At Hawker Medical Practice in Belconnen, Canberra, we offer conveniently located pathology services directly inside our clinic. Laverty Pathology Services simplifies your care, saving you an extra trip and ensuring your GP gets diagnostic results as quickly as possible.
Collection Hours & Details
Location: Suites 2 & 3, Birubi Chambers, 121 Hawker Place, Hawker ACT 2614
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Appointments: No appointment necessary — walk-ins are welcome during collection hours for most routine testing.
Laverty Pathology Services
Laverty Pathology Services offers a wide range of services including:
Routine Blood Tests: Full blood count (FBC), iron studies, cholesterol and lipid panels, liver function, and kidney function tests.
Chronic Disease Monitoring: HbA1c testing for diabetes, thyroid checks, and blood glucose testing.
Specialized Diagnostic Panels: Hormone profiling, vitamin and mineral deficiency screenings, and cardiovascular risk assessments.
Routine Specimen Collection: Urinalysis, STI screenings, and microbiological cultures.
INR Testing: Routine monitoring for patients taking anticoagulants (Warfarin).
How It Works
GP Referral: Your doctor will provide you with a pathology request form during your consultation if testing is required for your diagnosis or health monitoring.
Visit Collection: Bring your request form to the onsite collection room during operating hours.
Fasting Instructions: If your doctor has requested a fasting test (e.g., fasting glucose or lipids), please fast for 8–12 hours before giving your sample (drinking plain water is allowed).
Receiving Results: Samples are processed efficiently, and results are delivered securely to your GP for review.