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REMINDER for MRSA and VRE Testing

To avoid processing delays, please ensure that the eSwab is used for MRSA and VRE surveillance screening. LifeLabs no longer accepts Amies gel/charcoa...
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NEW CEA Requisition

We’re pleased to announce that the new CARCINOEMBRYONIC ANTIGEN (CEA) requisition is now available on the LifeLabs website, effective August 25.
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CHANGES TO URINE CORTISOL TESTING

Effective AUG 25TH, 2025, 24-Hour Urine Cortisol will be tested on a new methodology (Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay) on the Abbott ALINIT...
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LIPOPROTEIN (a) [Lp(a)] REAGENT SHORTAGE

LifeLabs is experiencing a shortage of Lipoprotein (a) (Lp(a)) reagent due to vendor supply issues and an international increase in demand for Lp(a). ...
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CHANGES TO SEMEN ANALYSIS TESTING

CHANGES TO SEMEN ANALYSIS TESTING
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Reminders on insurance coverage for p-ANCA c-ANCA and Anti-CCP testing

Reminders on insurance coverage for p-ANCA c-ANCA and Anti-CCP testing
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Urine Oxalate Shortage

Urine Oxalate Shortage
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CHANGES TO ANTI-TTG IGA AND ANTI-DGP IGG TESTING

CHANGES TO ANTI-TTG IGA AND ANTI-DGP IGG TESTING
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DO NOT USE HISTOLOGY BAGS FOR CYTOLOGY SPECIMENS

USE OF CYTOLOGY BAGS FOR CYTOLOGY SPECIMENS
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FastTRK program ending on March 31, 2025

FastTRK program ending on March 31, 2025
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For rush results (NAAT within 12 hours and PCR within 24 hours)

  1. Order your FlyClear test and receive your FlyClear test requisition
  2. Book an appointment at a LifeLabs location below.
    • Bring your printed FlyClear requisition and Passport
    • Select your ordered Province’s Rush Test to start booking:
    British Columbia

    6084 Russ Baker Way
    Richmond near Airport

    COVID-19 PCR (24h) / Rush 12h NAAT

    Ontario

    6084 Russ Baker Way
    Richmond near Airport

    COVID-19 PCR (24h)
    Rush 12h NAAT
    Rapid Antigen (2h)

Pre-Departure testing now available from the comfort of your home with MyVisit (Currently Greater Toronto Area only)

  1. Order your FlyClear test and receive your FlyClear test requisition.
  2. Book your Home Visit appointment with the MyVisit portal or, if your flight is within the next five days, contact a MyVisit coordinator 1-416-993-9579 (Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm EST)

MyVisit Pre-departure testing offers:

  • COVID-19 PCR/NAAT swab testing
  • COVID-19 Antibody Blood (serology) testing

The MyVisit fee is $80 per person.

Pre-Departure testing

Book your appointment online here. If your flight is within the next five days and you have received your FlyClear requisition, please contact a MyVisit coordinator 1-416-993-9579 (Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm EST).