Our Services

Canterbury Health Laboratories is one of the largest laboratories in New Zealand, and has links to laboratories, and specialist related bodies internationally.

CHL delivers core medical diagnostic services, as well as a diverse range of specialist testing disciplines.

More than 2000 different types of tests are conducted at Canterbury Health Laboratories.

National Contracts

Canterbury Health Laboratories holds several National Health Contracts including the following:

National Screening Unit (Ministry of Health)

• National Breast Screening Programme
• National Bowel Screening Programme
• Quality Improvements for Antenatal Downs and Other Conditions

World Health Organisation

• New Zealand National Measles Reference Laboratory