Awanui proudly launches BODYiQ

SECTOR UPDATE - Awanui Group

“Awanui is proud to introduce BODYiQ, an enhanced self-requested testing service supporting people to take a proactive role in managing their health and wellbeing.  

Chief Commercial Officer Scott Bishop says BODYiQ replaces the MyTests service as the next evolution of direct-access testing in Aotearoa, and part of a global shift toward greater personal involvement in health.

“Awanui has been providing New Zealanders with a safe, clinically supported way to access trusted health information on their own terms for the past five years, underpinned by our IANZ-accredited laboratories. 

“We have built on this success and foundation to bring our BODYiQ platform to market which complements, rather than replaces, primary care.”  

Scott Bishop says people choose self-requested testing for accessibility and to proactively manage their wellbeing whether to establish a baseline for health and fitness, monitor a known condition, or have a more informed conversation with their GP.  

“Clinical governance is central to the service and our pathologists have contributed to the selection, design, commentary, and educational content for each test. Critical results are reviewed by pathologists with direct follow-up them or a GP from The Doctors Online.  

“If results fall outside the normal range, they have the option of a follow-up directly through our partner, The Doctors Online with our Results Protection service. If results are critical, they are followed up directly by our clinical team or The Doctors Online regardless of whether the customer has opted into our Results Protection service.”   

What’s new with BODYiQ 

Building on five years of experience, BODYiQ introduces several important enhancements: 

• Improved result visualisation with clearer digital reporting, making it easier for people to understand their health data.
• Expert commentary from the clinical team at Awanui on every test, providing context and insights beyond just the results. 
• Results Protection service with direct access to a New Zealand-based GP through The Doctors Online if results fall outside the normal range. 
• Stronger education and guidance, with pathologist-designed panels and commentary to support preventative and lifestyle-related testing choices. 
• Empowerment to take action – giving people information they can use in meaningful conversations with their GP or to guide lifestyle decisions. 

Dr Kim Hurst, Clinical Director at Green Cross Health & The Doctors Online – a BODYiQ partner - says “people want to act before symptoms appear, track their health over time, and access testing which reflects their personal concerns whether it is fatigue, hormone balance, or heart health. 

“This is not about replacing the GP model. Instead, BODYiQ is clinically supported service giving people additional tools, data, and insights they can use as part of meaningful conversations with their healthcare providers.” 

“BODYiQ supports the health system with a service which is safe, accessible, and clinically governed delivering clear, accurate and transparent information and contact with clinicians when needed,” says Scott Bishop. 

“This service also reinforces the role of Awanui as a trusted partner in the New Zealand healthcare system and the organisation’s goal to deliver greater customer experience, proactive health management and reduce pressure on primary care.” 

For more information, and to experience BODYiQ firsthand, go to the BODYiQ website – click here.  

Source: Awanui Group media release

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