What are the Pathology departments?

You can find out more information about each of our departments, along with contact numbers and opening hours, on the departmental pages below:

• Blood Sciences
  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • Haematology and Coagulation
  • Immunology
• Cellular Pathology
  • Histopathology
  • Neuropathology
  • Diagnostic Cytology
  • Mortuary and Bereavement Services
• Microbiology
• Virology

How can I get hold of UKAS ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation information for Pathology Services?

The current accreditation status of our Pathology laboratories is summarised below:

Some tests provided by the laboratory are not included within the Schedule of Accreditation, these tests are still managed within our Quality Management System (QMS) with similar stringent processes of quality assurance and quality control procedures and guidelines.

How do I add a test request to a sample that has already been sent to the laboratory?

Additional tests may be added by discussion with the relevant laboratory. The time limit for adding additional tests to a sample already received in the laboratory will depend on the type of sample and the department it was sent to.

When are the routine opening hours for the Pathology Services?

All pathology laboratories provide a routine diagnostic service Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm. (All department opening hours are listed on the departmental pages linked above). An emergency service is provided by blood sciences and specimen reception 24/7.