Access to de-identified data or diagnostic material
This information is for researchers seeking access to information or materials held by Pathology Queensland that potentially contains identifiable—or potentially re-identifiable—data. See more about confidential information access.
Queensland Health and non-Queensland Health employees may request access to de-identified data or diagnostic material for approved research or activities relating to health services.
De-identified diagnostic material includes:
- microbiology isolates
- unstained FFPE tissue sections
- swabs
- blood
- urine
- saliva
- cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
- bone marrow.
De-identified diagnostic material does not include diagnostic FFPE blocks or H&E slides.
How to apply
To apply for access to de-identified data/diagnostic material:
- Email a completed application for services form (DOC, 299.5 KB) to Pathology Queensland Client Services at PathQldClients@health.qld.gov.au.
- Client Services will provide you with a quote of estimated cost and a laboratory declaration.
- Once the quote has been accepted, confidential information/diagnostic material can be released by Pathology Queensland.
After requests meet all requirements, confidential information will be released by Pathology Queensland and be made available by secure data transfer.
