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A government funded pathology laboratory,
Victorian Cytology Service (VCS) is primarily responsible for reporting
cervical cytology tests. It is the largest single laboratory reporting
Pap tests in Australia, examining approximately 280,000 Pap smears
per year. This represents approximately half of the smears taken
annually in Victoria.
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VCS
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in cervical cytology.
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VCS also provides a pathology service for the reporting of histological
(biopsy) specimens which covers cervical biopsies, small surgical
biopsies, skin etc.
We also offer a non-gynaecological cytology service examining fine
needle aspiration biopsies, urine and sputum samples, effusions,
and other endoscopically obtained samples.
Both of these services may be bulk-billed.


To minimize suffering in women due to diseases preventable by
screening and other public health initiatives.

Use our expertise in cervical screening to support evidence based
screening, diagnostic and disease prevention
programs in women’s health through the delivery of laboratory and
registry services.

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Deliver excellence in core laboratory and Registry
services.
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Investigate and plan for diversification.
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Maintain relationships with health practitioners.
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Maintain and develop partnerships and alliances.
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Maintain an appropriately skilled workforce.
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Maintain and build appropriate infrastructure.
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Contribute to the development of public health policy.
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Develop a program of research relevant to screening policy
and new technologies.
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