See how well your treatment is working
The markers your HIV team follows to see how well treatment is working and to keep an eye on your organ health: CD4 count, viral load, a full blood count and liver and kidney function. No fasting needed.
No doctor's referral, no fasting. Private and confidential.
How would you like to get tested?
Book a time
Reserve a slot at your nearest branch online, then walk straight in. Best if you want a guaranteed time.
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No appointment needed. Come through any branch, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:00.
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The markers your HIV team follows to see how well treatment is working and to keep an eye on your organ health, all from one blood draw.
Immune status
CD4 Count. How strong your immune system is, a key measure your team tracks over time.
Viral load
HIV Viral Load. How much virus is in your blood, the main measure of how well treatment is controlling HIV.
Blood count
Full Blood Count (FBC). A full blood count for your overall health and to pick up changes early.
Kidney function
Creatinine. A check on how your kidneys are coping, important on long-term treatment.
Liver function
AST, ALT. Two liver enzymes that help confirm your treatment is being tolerated well.
Three steps, no GP needed
Book a slot or walk in
Reserve a time at your branch, or walk straight in. No doctor's referral, and no fasting needed.
Quick blood draw
A nurse takes a small blood sample, just a few minutes, in private.
Results in 2 to 5 days
A clear, confidential result within 2 to 5 working days, with a free certificate you can share with your doctor.
Who is this for?
For people already living with HIV who want a private, convenient way to follow their numbers between clinic visits.
On treatment
You are living with HIV and want a convenient, private monitoring check.
Routine monitoring
Your viral load and CD4 are due for their regular review.
Checking organ health
You want to keep an eye on kidney and liver function on long-term treatment.
Between clinic visits
You want an extra check between scheduled clinic appointments.
Travelling
You are away from your usual clinic and want to stay on top of your numbers.
Peace of mind
You want reassurance that treatment is working.
What people say
Friendly and competent staff. Both at reception and the nurse. A much simpler process than going through doctors. Thank you ladies.
The staff at reception as well as the nurses are friendly and professional. I've also always received results timeously. I would give 10 stars if I could.
Highly highly highly recommend. The experience was painless and the practice was inviting and well kept. The report was extremely detailed and informative and I would have this as top of my list for preventive care.
Amazing experience, highly professional staff. Very reasonable prices. Highly recommend.
I cannot recommend Juliette and her team enough, friendly and kind from the get go. Bloods were drawn with minimal discomfort and the labs came back quickly.
Excellent experience at Epicentre. The staff were professional, kind, and took time to explain everything clearly. The facility was clean, booking was easy, and I did not feel rushed.
What this does not do
This panel supports the care you receive. It is a convenient check, not a replacement for your HIV clinic or your treatment plan.
- It is for people already diagnosed with HIV; it is not a test to diagnose HIV. For that, see our HIV Screening test.
- Always share these results with your HIV clinician, who reads them alongside your history and treatment.
- Do not start, stop or change any treatment based on these results; that is a decision for your clinician.
- A single set of results is a snapshot; your team reads your numbers as a trend over time.
Quick answers
Three walk-in labs
Durban
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
Johannesburg
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
Round out the picture
Medically reviewed by Dr Samantha Naidoo, MB ChB, FCP (SA), Medical Director at Epicentre Walk-In Labs. Reviewed 2 June 2026. Epicentre Aids Risk Management (Pty) Ltd provides diagnostic laboratory testing and does not provide diagnoses, treatment or prescriptions to the public; results are intended to inform discussions with a registered healthcare practitioner.
Stay on top of your numbers
No doctor's referral and no fasting needed, with results in 2 to 5 working days. Book a slot, walk in, or message us with any questions. Always share your results with your HIV clinician.