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Pathology Services
Alert : We are currently experiencing high volumes of test requests
All GP & Community samples sent to Ipswich hub. Colchester Acute sent to (COL) Blood Sciences, URGENT Community/Primary Care (NEE) sent in RED sample bag to Colchester Blood Sciences
Hospital or GP
Blood 7.5 ml Brown Top
Referred to Oxford approx TAT 14 days
07/10/2026
Please read the below communication from Colchester Haematology: ESNEFT – Haematology comms to users Col Oct 2026
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30/09/2026
Effective from 30/09/2026 CSF cytospin is an investigation for possible CNS malignancy, usually haematological, and should be paired with a sample for immunophenotyping. Testing is carried out at the regional HODS. On that basis local CSF cytospin testing is being discontinued. All cases should be discussed with a Haematology Consultant or Registrar upon request. In […]
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21/08/2026
We would like to inform you of an upcoming enhancement to the ordering process on the Pathology website. Currently, when product orders exceed the agreed allocation for a location or department, the Pathology Service Desk manually adjusts the order and notifies the requester by email. To improve efficiency, visibility, and accuracy, this process will soon […]
Read more18/08/2026
Yellow Top Glucose Update – Comms Please see above communication addressing the changeover
Read moreUrine monovettes are designed to be paired with urine collection cups. Would you like to add 0 × Urine Collection Cups (To be paired with Urine Monovettes) to your basket?