Category 6 - PATHOLOGY SERVICES
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Applying for Accreditation
To become an Accredited Pathology Laboratory it is necessary to lodge a completed application form with the Manager, Pathology Section, Services Australia, PO Box 1001, TUGGERANONG ACT 2901. The prescribed fees for Approved Pathology Laboratories are:
- $2500 for Category GX labs
- $2000 for Category GY labs
- $1500 for Category B labs
- $ 750 for Category M & S labs.
It is necessary for an application for inspection be made to the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) NATA is the independent body chosen to act on the Australian Government's behalf as the primary inspection agency. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has also been appointed to inspect laboratories in Category M (general practitioner) in Victoria only.
Details of laboratory categories and associated supervisory requirements can be found on the Department of Health and Aged Care's internet site (www.health.gov.au/topics/pathology).
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