Overview
New South Wales Health Pathology operates the world's largest accredited managed point-of-care testing service, delivering real-time pathology results through mobile devices outside traditional laboratory settings.
Service Description
- Point-of-care testing analyzes body fluids using mobile devices at patient locations
- Provides real-time results for immediate medical decision-making
- Tests detect cardiac damage, kidney failure, diabetes, and infection
- Staff deliver training and support throughout the state
- Test offerings continually expand through customer collaboration
Current Deployment Locations
- Emergency departments for urgent care scenarios
- Cardiac theaters for surgical procedures
- Intensive care units for critical patients
- Specialty medical facilities across various disciplines
- Future expansion planned for many additional locations
Benefits and Impact
- Enables life-changing decisions during surgery and emergencies
- Assists paramedics in determining optimal patient transport destinations
- Avoids unnecessary hospital transfers and admissions through immediate results
- Reduces patient time away from loved ones
- Unique information and communication technology ensures accurate integration with medical records
- Improves patient experiences and overall healthcare efficiency
Geographic Reach and Accessibility
- Statewide coverage across New South Wales
- Dedicated focus on serving rural and regional areas
- Service extends to care facilities and community locations
- Transportable pathology service enhances clinician support in remote settings
- Improves health outcomes by bringing testing capabilities to underserved areas