SA Pathology is offering the option to self-collect a PCR swab for the detection of COVID-19 and respiratory pathogens influenza A & B, RSV, metapneumovirus, parainfluenza 1, 2 & 3, adenovirus, rhinovirus, Mycoplasma and Bordetella pertussis. In addition, SA Pathology continues to provide full panel respiratory testing through our network of COVID-19 testing sites.
Self-collected PCR swabs must be accompanied by a GP request form, and provide a safe, fast, and reliable way to diagnose respiratory viruses, including COVID-19. Medical centres can order respiratory self-collect kits at Health.SAPathologyCOVIDLogistics@sa.gov.au for distribution to patients following consultation.
To order a self-collect respiratory PCR test:
- Complete a SA Pathology request form: Self-collect full panel respiratory. Please note, a valid patient mobile number must be included on the form, and a separate request for each self-collect swab must be provided
- Provide your patient with the request form and a swab kit, containing a patient instruction sheet, swab, and specimen bag.
Patients can drop their self-collected PCR swab to select SA Pathology locations or through existing pathology sample transport mechanisms. COVID-19 results will be sent to the patient via text message. All other respiratory results will be sent to the requesting doctor, and where applicable, uploaded to My Health Record.