Patient specimens must be accompanied by a signed requisition. The names on the requisition and the specimen container must match exactly; any unlabelled specimens received will not be processed. Please use the exact test name terminology listed in the Test Directory (or in your copy of the Gamma-Dynacare Directory of Client Services manual) to avoid delays in processing.

Please complete all designated information areas on the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Laboratory Services Requisition and Claim Form. Any additional information about a patient that could be helpful to both the laboratory and the clinician can be communicated on the form under “Additional Clinical Information.”

Note: All cytology and histology samples must be accompanied by a completed cytology or histology requisition.

Repeat testing for individual patients who return to the same Patient Services Centre each time can be requested for a period of up to six months without further documentation. The initial signed requisition must indicate the frequency of testing required. The information will be kept on file at the Patient Services Centre.

Occasionally patients will be required to collect specimens at home in addition to the specimens collected by Gamma-Dynacare. These "to follow" tests will be honored by Gamma-Dynacare provided that the patient returns to the laboratory within 30 days of the date on the original requisition. If the patient does not return within 30 days, they will be asked to return to your office for another signed requisition.

Please note that the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care does not recognize profile testing. All tests must be ordered individually and by name. Terms such as “lytes” and “hep screen” are not acceptable and need clarification. Use of such terms can delay testing and require your signature again. Verbal requests may be accommodated only as an exception to written requisitions; however, all verbal requests will generate a requisition that will require the signature of the clinician. The requisition must be dated and signed by the clinician or designate. If a rubber stamp is used, initials are required. Requisitions can be customized to suit specific requirements of government, industry and business.