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Testing for Pretoria, Centurion and Midrand

We don't have a lab in Pretoria. Since May, 16 people from Pretoria have messaged us to ask if we do. So here's how to test with us without the drive to Johannesburg.

Home test kit

Delivered the next day by The Courier Guy, in plain packaging. The delivery fee of R300 covers the return trip too, so you take the sample at home and the courier brings it back to us. For swab, urine and stool PCR tests.

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Nurse home visit, R650

A nurse comes to your home or office to take blood. The visit takes about 15 minutes. It's R650 per visit, not per person, so if your partner or family is testing too, it's still one call-out. Visits are Monday to Friday, and we recommend mornings before 11am. Book at least two days ahead.

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Parktown North lab

Our nearest lab is in Parktown North, Johannesburg, about an hour from central Pretoria depending on traffic. Walk in Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:00, or book a time.

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If you're nervous about testing

PCR tests for sexual health and gut health don't involve blood at all. You take a swab, or a urine or stool sample, yourself, and it's painless. If needles are what's putting you off, that's one less thing to worry about.

If you need blood taken, the nurse who visits is usually Lucia, from our Johannesburg lab, or another nurse from our research teams. We chose them for two things: a steady hand and a kind manner.

Students and pensioners

A lot of University of Pretoria students already test with us. Show a valid student card, or proof of pension, for 10% off tests and home kits (5% off gut health PCR tests). The discount doesn't apply to the nurse call-out fee.

Common tests and prices

HIV Rapid Test

R150

Finger-prick; result in 15 to 20 minutes, certificate included

Details

Full blood count

R206

Red cells, white cells, haemoglobin and platelets. Checks for anaemia and infection.

All tests

STI home test kits

From R890

Swab and urine PCR kits, delivered to you

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Thyroid Panel (TSH + Free T4)

R474

TSH and free T4 together: the usual first check of thyroid function

All tests

Testosterone

R221

Total testosterone. Morning sample before 10am, no fasting needed.

All tests

Lipogram Panel

R362

Total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides. Fast 8 to 12 hours before.

All tests

Questions

Is there an Epicentre lab in Pretoria?
No. Our nearest lab is Parktown North in Johannesburg. In Pretoria, use a home kit or book a nurse visit.
Does R650 cover Centurion and Midrand?
Yes. It's the same R650 per visit across Pretoria, Centurion and Midrand.
What time can the nurse come?
Monday to Friday. We recommend mornings before 11am. Book at least two days ahead.
How do I send my kit back?
The courier collects it. The return is included in the delivery fee you've already paid.
How long do results take?
Blood tests take 2 to 5 working days, PCR tests 5 to 7, and gut tests 14. Results come to you by email.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Samantha Naidoo
MB ChB, FCP (SA) · Medical Director, Epicentre Laboratories

Epicentre Walk-In Labs does not provide medical diagnoses. For diagnoses and advice, consult your healthcare practitioner. Practice #1117394.

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