NT cancer services directory

Diagnosis

Signs and symptoms of cancer are not always easily picked up which is why a visit to your local medical clinic or general practitioner (GP) will help determine a diagnosis. If necessary your GP will refer you to a specialist for further tests.

HealthDirect

HealthDirect Australia is a telephone health advice and information line for Territorians and tourists. It is a free, completely confidential, 24 hours a day, seven days a week telephone service.

Phone: 1800 022 222

Diagnostic testing

You will need a referral from your GP for relevant diagnostic testing. Some tests can only be performed at limited locations in the Northern Territory (NT), while others are not performed in the NT at all.

Medical imaging

Pathology