Blood test without a referral in Australia: how it works
Yes, you can get a blood test in Australia without seeing a GP. A direct-order service such as i-screen sells the test online, emails you a pathology request form, and you take it with photo ID to one of its designated collection centres, with no appointment. Its blood tests start at A$29. The form only covers the test at those designated centres: anywhere else can bill you again.
Last checked by Refer Labs, 24 October 2026
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See i-screen's blood testsi-screen's own terms state that none of its services are Medicare-rebatable or eligible for government subsidy, so the full price is what you pay.
Do you still need a pathology request form?
Yes. A collection centre works from a pathology request form, and a direct-order service writes that form for you when you buy the test, so there is no GP visit. i-screen emails it once you order. Its FAQ says the collector only needs the billing code printed on the form, and that the price on its website includes all fees and charges.
Can I go to any collection centre?
No. i-screen's FAQ says to take the form only to one of its designated collection centres, listed on its collection centre finder. A non-designated centre may accept the form, but it will bill you again for the test. If no designated centre is near you, i-screen asks you to contact it with your suburb.
- No appointment is needed; i-screen suggests calling ahead to check opening hours.
- Bring photo ID, such as a driver's licence, and a printed copy of the form.
- Some blood tests need fasting. The instructions are at the bottom of each test's page on i-screen's site.
How much does a private blood test cost in Australia?
Common single tests and panels from i-screen's catalogue, from lowest price.
| Test | Price (24 October 2026) | Markers | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRP Test | A$29 | 1 | High-sensitivity C-reactive protein. |
| Full Blood Count Test | A$39 | 14 | Red cells, white cells and platelets. |
| Vitamin D Test | A$55 | 1 | Vitamin D level. |
| Iron Studies Test | A$59 | 4 | Iron, ferritin and transferrin. |
| Thyroid Function Test | A$69 | 3 | TSH, free T3 and free T4. |
| Essential Health Test | A$140 | 44 | Baseline panel covering cholesterol, blood count, liver and kidney. |
| Well Man Test | A$249 | 51 | Panel covering cholesterol, hormones, liver and kidney. |
| Well Woman Test | A$259 | 52 | Panel covering hormones, cholesterol, iron and liver. |
| Men's Platinum Health Test | A$759 | 155 | Cardiovascular, hormonal and nutritional markers. |
| Women's Platinum Health Test | A$759 | 155 | Cardiovascular, hormonal and nutritional markers. |
For the thyroid panels in detail, see thyroid blood tests.
Who sees the results?
i-screen's terms describe AI-generated insights and interpretations, with results flagged as outside expected ranges routed to qualified health professionals, including doctors, nurses and dietitians, for review before they are released. i-screen describes its services as wellness and educational, and states they are not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Common questions
- Can I get a blood test without a referral in Australia?
- Yes, without a GP referral. A direct-order service such as i-screen sells the test online and emails you a pathology request form to take to one of its designated collection centres. i-screen's blood tests start at A$29, read on 24 October 2026.
- Can I go to any collection centre with an online blood test form?
- Not without paying twice. i-screen's FAQ says to present the form only at one of its designated collection centres: a non-designated centre may accept the form but will bill you again for the test.
- Do I need an appointment for a blood test without a referral?
- Not with i-screen. Its FAQ says no appointment is needed at its collection centres, and suggests calling ahead to check opening hours. Bring photo ID and a printed copy of the pathology request form.
- How long do private blood test results take?
- i-screen's FAQ says some blood results are available as soon as the following day, and more specialised tests take longer; home kits typically take about two weeks once the sample reaches the lab.
- Who can order a blood test without a referral?
- i-screen's terms limit its services to people aged 18 and over in Australia. The exception is home DNA, microbiome and organic-acids testing for under-18s, with a parent's or guardian's consent. Its terms say the services are not recommended in pregnancy.
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General information for an Australian audience, not medical advice and not a diagnosis. Circumstances differ from person to person, and a registered practitioner decides what is right for you after an individual assessment. Prices change; each figure states when we checked it.
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