Book a Walk-In Blood Test | Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg | Epicentre
Book a walk-in test

Walk-in blood tests. No referral. No waiting room drama

No doctor's referral From R50 Anonymous options

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All three labs offer the full range of blood, STI, hormone, gut health and wellness tests.

Observatory
Walk-in lab
Cape Town, Western Cape
★★★★★ 4.6 · 69 Google reviews
24 Lower Main Road, Observatory
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
021 201 1658
[email protected]
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Hillcrest
Walk-in lab
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
★★★★★ 4.1 · 69 Google reviews
2 Knelsby Avenue, Hillcrest
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
031 880 2150
[email protected]
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Parktown North
Walk-in lab
Johannesburg, Gauteng
★★★★★ 4.7 · 82 Google reviews
02 7th Avenue, Parktown North
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
082 065 2172
[email protected]
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Home kit, delivered nationwide
Swab, urine and stool PCR tests. Delivered next day, return included.
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Three labs across South Africa. Walk in any time, or book ahead to skip the wait. Blood tests in 2 to 5 working days. PCR swab tests in 5 to 7 working days. Antibody tests in 2 to 3 working days, urgent turnaround available.

Test from home

Cannot make it to a branch?

You have two ways to test from home. Order a kit and collect the sample yourself, or book one of our nurses to come to you. Either way, your results land in your inbox or WhatsApp just like a walk-in test.

Home test kits Nurse call-out

Common questions

Do I need a doctor's referral?
No doctor's referral is needed. Walk into any Epicentre branch. Booking online is optional but reduces your wait time.
Can I just walk in without booking?
Yes. All three labs accept walk-ins during opening hours. Booking ahead is recommended if you want a specific time slot.
How long do results take?
Blood tests take 2 to 5 working days. PCR swab tests (STIs) take 5 to 7 working days, and gut health panels 14 working days. Antibody tests for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B take 2 to 3 working days, with urgent turnaround available on request. Note: urgent samples taken on a Friday may be delayed by the weekend courier schedule, so test earlier in the week if timing is critical. You receive a plain-language report and a standard lab report by email or WhatsApp.
Do I need to fast before my test?
Some packages require 8 to 10 hours of fasting (water only). These are marked on each package card. If you are unsure, arrive fasting to keep your options open.
What should I bring?

Bring your ID if you are a pensioner claiming the 10% discount or doing legal paternity testing.

If you want to claim from medical aid, bring a doctor's referral. You pay on the day and we email you a tax invoice with practice number 1117394 and the billing codes to claim back. No doctor? We can put you in touch with a partner doctor who can see you and write a referral. Read more about medical aid claims.

Cash and card patients do not need any documentation.

How does home testing work?
Order a testing kit online from our shop. The kit arrives in discreet packaging. Collect your sample at home following the included instructions, then send it back by free courier (within 10km of a branch) or prepaid post (R300 nationwide). Your results land in your inbox or WhatsApp, just like a walk-in test. Browse home test kits.