Only samples sent to the DBS study pathology lab before Monday, 8 December 2025 will have results returned before the end of the year. Results for any samples sent from Monday, 8 December 2025 until Monday, 5 January 2026 may be delayed due to the Christmas shutdown.
During this period, you can access testing from a local general practitioner (GP) or in emergencies you can go to the Emergency Department of the nearest hospital.