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What Are the Tests in The Mumps Test Package?
If you have been exposed to the mumps virus, this test is crucial to take control of your health.
Total cost of this package from: R850
Please note that our packages are just a guide, you can pick any of these tests, add extra tests or take out any test. Choose what suits your needs!
The Mumps Test Package Explained
Mumps Viral PCR
This test uses a cotton swab lightly rubbed against the inside of the nose or throat to catch samples of the mumps virus. This swab is then sent to the laboratory in a viral transport medium for further viral cell culture and virus identification.
Inclusive Cost: R850
The Mumps Test Procedure
Coming in for this package is easy. You can book a test on our site or just come through to one of our Drive-Thru testing centres.
Due to mumps being highly infective, please stay in your car and call into our branch. Our nurse will come to your car and test you.
Your results will then send through your results to your email within 48-72hrs.
Who Should Get the Mumps Test Package?
Getting the Mumps Test is Helpful if:
Getting the mumps test is helpful if you have symptoms of mumps
Mumps symptoms usually start up to 16 – 18 days after you’ve been exposed to the virus.
✔ Symptoms usually start with a headache, malaise (weakness and fatigue) and a fever
✔ About a day later, the typical and characteristic swelling of the (salivary) glands generally happens
This test can confirm whether you have mumps or another condition that causes similar symptoms.
Getting the mumps test is also helpful if you have been exposed to someone who has mumps or if you work in a high risk job such as a daycare or school teacher, or a health professional. The test can help you determine your immunity status and whether you need a vaccine or immune globulin to prevent infection.
When Should You Get the Mumps Test Package?
This test is most successful at testing for this virus when they get tested within 3 days of getting symptoms; but, a person should get the test within 7 days, and not more than 10 days, after symptoms appearer.
What Time Should I Come For My Test?
Come in at any time that is convenient to you between 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Can I Get Extra Tests With This Package?
Yes! Our tests are fully customisable.
You can build your own custom packages, choose which tests you would like by ticking on the menu provided to you during your test. You can eliminate tests that you don’t need or add on extra tests if you require them.
Want a single test? You can monitor a specific aspect of your health with ease at our Walk-In Lab.
Book with Epicentre
For 20 years Epicentre has been fighting South African’s infectious diseases, and now we’re taking on COVID-19! We are a company founded on a vision, ending disease in South Africa! So we believe in making an IMPACT.
We are an independent organization that is committed to creating a positive impact on health & wellness for all in South Africa. We want to close the gap between unscreened, undiagnosed, and uncontrolled HIV & COVID-19 infections as well as other chronic diseases for all South Africans.
By booking your tests with Epicentre, you are supporting a real local company that has worked for 20 years in all 9 provinces, from Pollsmoor prison to Constantia; & you’re getting a gold standard service that experts trust!
