What discounts does Epicentre offer on health tests?

Epicentre offers several discounts: (1) Students get 10% off all walk-in lab tests and 5% off gut health tests via Varsity Vibe — valid for both walk-in AND home test kits; (2) Pensioners (60+) get 10% off all walk-in lab tests by showing ID; (3) Free blood pressure check with every walk-in test; (4) PayFlex buy now pay later splits any test into 4 interest-free payments — available for walk-in AND home tests.

How do students claim their Epicentre discount?

Students can claim 10% off through Varsity Vibe. For walk-in tests: show your Varsity Vibe profile or student card at the lab reception. For home test kits: use your Varsity Vibe discount code at online checkout. The discount applies to all registered students — full-time, part-time, or online learners.

What is the pensioner discount at Epicentre?

Customers aged 60 and over receive 10% off all walk-in lab tests at any Epicentre branch. Simply present your ID or proof of age at the lab reception. This discount is offered at cost by Epicentre to make lab testing more accessible for seniors.

Do I get a free blood pressure test at Epicentre?

Yes! Every walk-in lab test at Epicentre includes a free blood pressure check. No additional booking is needed — simply ask your nurse during your appointment. This helps monitor cardiovascular health at no extra cost.

Where can I use Epicentre discounts?

Student discounts (Varsity Vibe) and PayFlex are available at all three walk-in labs (Durban Hillcrest, Cape Town Observatory, Johannesburg Parktown North) AND for home test kits ordered online. Pensioner discounts are available at all walk-in lab locations. Free blood pressure checks are included with all walk-in appointments.

Special Test Deals & Discounts | Students, Pensioners, PayFlex | Epicentre South Africa

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🎓 Students 10% Off 👴 Pensioners 10% Off 💳 PayFlex 4 Payments ❤️ Free BP Check

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Split any test package into 4 easy payments over 6 weeks. No interest, no hidden fees. Don't delay essential health tests waiting for payday.

✓ Walk-In Labs ✓ Home Kits Online ✓ All Packages

How to Use PayFlex

1 Choose your test package on our shop or at reception

2 Select PayFlex at checkout or ask staff

3 Pay 25% today, then 3 more payments over 6 weeks

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Varsity Vibe

Student Discount

10% Off All Tests

Registered students get 10% off ALL walk-in lab tests and 5% off gut health panels. Valid for full-time, part-time, and online students.

✓ Walk-In Labs ✓ Home Kits Online ✓ All Test Types

How to Claim

1 Sign up or log in at varsityvibe.co.za

2 Show your Varsity Vibe profile at reception, or use code online

3 10% discount applied to your total

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Age 60+

Pensioner Discount

10% Off All Tests

Customers aged 60 and over receive 10% off ALL walk-in lab tests. We offer this discount at cost because we believe in making wellness testing accessible.

✓ Walk-In Labs Only ✓ All Branches ✓ All Test Types

How to Claim

1 Visit any Epicentre walk-in lab

2 Present your ID or proof of age (60+) at reception

3 10% discount applied automatically

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Free Bonus

Free Blood Pressure Check

R0 — Included

Monitor your cardiovascular health at no extra cost. Every walk-in lab test includes a complimentary blood pressure check with your appointment.

✓ Walk-In Labs Only ✓ All Appointments ✓ No Extra Booking

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1 Book any walk-in lab test

2 Ask your nurse during your appointment

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Every 2 weeks for 6 weeks

Original price: R 1,500

Discount: - R 0

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Offer Comparison

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Offer	Discount	Walk-In	Home Kits	Eligibility
💳 PayFlex	4 payments	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	All customers
🎓 Student	10% off	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	Varsity Vibe members
👴 Pensioner	10% off	✓ Yes	✗ No	Age 60+ with ID
❤️ Free BP	R0 free	✓ Yes	✗ No	All walk-in tests

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our deals

Yes! PayFlex is available for both walk-in lab tests AND home test kits ordered online. At checkout on the Epicentre shop, select PayFlex as your payment method to split the cost into 4 interest-free instalments over 6 weeks. For walk-in tests, ask at reception about PayFlex payment options.

Yes! The Varsity Vibe student discount applies to both walk-in lab tests at any Epicentre location AND home test kits ordered online for nationwide delivery. Students get 10% off all tests and 5% off gut health panels. Use your discount code at checkout.

Epicentre discounts generally cannot be combined with other offers. However, PayFlex (buy now pay later) can be used alongside applicable discounts since it's a payment method rather than a discount. So you can get your student or pensioner discount AND pay with PayFlex.

Sign up or log in at varsityvibe.co.za to create your student profile. For walk-in tests, show your Varsity Vibe profile or student card at the lab reception. For online orders, use the discount code from your Varsity Vibe account at checkout.

No separate booking is needed. The free blood pressure check is included with every walk-in lab test. Simply ask your nurse during your appointment and they'll take your reading at no extra charge.

The pensioner discount is available to customers aged 60 and over. Simply present your ID or any proof of age at the lab reception and we'll apply the 10% discount to your walk-in lab tests automatically.

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2 Knelsby Ave, Hillcrest

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Cape Town

24 Lower Main Rd, Observatory

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Johannesburg

02 7th Ave, Parktown North

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