How do I get tested?

The screening for CF is done from a painless cheek-brush swab (no needles!), in fact, you collect your own sample and mail it directly to our laboratory which is located at the Royal Children's Hospital. Visit your Obstetrician or general practitioner to discuss and arrange screening for CF. If your doctor does not have any of our cystic fibrosis carrier testing packs call us on 8341 6201 and we will send you a pack to take to your doctor.

Our pack contains an information brochure, request form (which must be signed by a medical practitioner), cheek-brush, instructions on sampling, pre-paid reply envelope and payment form. Because CF screening is not covered by Medicare we need to charge for the testing ($220 per person screened) BUT you only need CF screening once in your lifetime, so you don't need to be retested for each pregnancy.

If you or your partner have a family history of cystic fibrosis call Genetic Health Services Victoria on 8341 6201 to discuss testing.