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Epicentre Health Research Health testing made simple. Walk-in blood tests, sexual health screening, clear results. No referral. Epicentre is more than a company. It’s a vision.

It’s about making a positive impact. An NGO with over 20 years of expertise in South African health research, whose journey launched in 2001 with the combat against HIV and continued with battling the COVID-19 pandemic. We have conducted skilled health interventions to combat epidemics that negatively impact our people, such as COVID-19, TB, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), as well as chronic diseases such as cholesterol, diabetes and high blood pressure. We proudly partner with local stakeholders such as government organisations, tertiary institutions, community policing forums and local businesses to implement evidence-based health research programmes, resulting in positive impact across sub-Saharan Africa. We offer a wide range of services, including lab testing, HIV status monitoring, private COVID-19 testing, discount testing through our studies and health research fieldwork assistance! Our branches are located in Durban, Johannesburg, and Cape Town

No doctor referral? No problem.You can walk into any Epicentre branch and request blood tests without a doctor’s referra...
16/10/2026

No doctor referral? No problem.

You can walk into any Epicentre branch and request blood tests without a doctor’s referral or prescription. You can also order a home test kit online, with no GP visit needed.

The only exception? You’ll need a referral if you want to claim through your medical aid.

We'll see you there!

Many people feel burnt out at this time of year. But what if it’s more than that?Do you find yourself feeling tired no m...
13/10/2026

Many people feel burnt out at this time of year. But what if it’s more than that?

Do you find yourself feeling tired no matter how much you sleep? Low iron and thyroid issues are two common causes of ongoing fatigue, and both can be checked with a simple blood test.

Epicentre’s Iron Deficiency & Anaemia Package checks your iron levels, ferritin, B12 and full blood count, while the Thyroid Package checks your thyroid function and antibodies.

No fasting required. Results in 2–5 days.

Read more and book your test here: https://epicentre.org.za/what-we-test-for/fatigue-energy/

Taking creatine? Your kidney blood test may look worse than your kidneys actually are. Creatine can naturally increase c...
21/09/2026

Taking creatine? Your kidney blood test may look worse than your kidneys actually are.

Creatine can naturally increase creatinine levels in the blood — and because creatinine is used to calculate your eGFR, this can sometimes make your reported kidney function appear lower.

That’s why one raised creatinine result doesn’t always tell the full story.

Before your kidney test:
💧 Stay well hydrated
🏋️ Avoid hard training beforehand
🥩 Avoid a heavy protein meal before testing
💊 Let your healthcare provider know if you’re taking creatine

Understanding your results in context matters.

Kidney function testing is available at Epicentre Walk-In Labs in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.

HPV screening is becoming simpler, more accessible and more convenient.Research continues to show that self-collected HP...
14/09/2026

HPV screening is becoming simpler, more accessible and more convenient.

Research continues to show that self-collected HPV swabs can perform comparably to clinician-collected samples, giving women another effective option for cervical cancer screening.

No speculum. No lengthy appointment. Just a simple self-swab that can help detect high-risk HPV strains linked to cervical cancer.

Screening should fit into your life, not be something you keep putting off.

Visit epicentre.org.za to find out more.

08/09/2026

Does your bacterial vaginosis keep coming back even after treatment?

BV is caused by an imbalance in the natural vaginal microbiome and is one of the most common vaginal conditions. For many women, the frustrating part is that it can return after treatment.

Research is increasingly looking at the role of sexual partners in recurrent BV. BV-associated bacteria can sometimes be present in male partners without causing any symptoms, and a 2025 clinical trial found that treating male partners alongside women reduced BV recurrence compared with treating the woman alone.

This does not mean that BV is simply an STI, but it does suggest that partner factors may be worth considering when BV keeps returning.

At Epicentre, we offer confidential vaginal health testing as well as partner testing, helping you understand what may be contributing to recurring symptoms and giving you clearer information to discuss with your healthcare provider.

Testing is private, simple and available through our Walk-In Labs and selected Home-to-Lab options. 💙

If BV keeps coming back, don’t keep guessing. Get tested to know what’s going on.

We’re making preventative healthcare kinda chic. 💙Knowing your sexual health status, understanding what’s happening insi...
06/09/2026

We’re making preventative healthcare kinda chic. 💙

Knowing your sexual health status, understanding what’s happening inside your body, keeping up with your annual blood work and using the preventative benefits available to you can all help you stay more informed about your health.

Less guessing, more knowing. ✨

Explore Epicentre’s testing packages online or visit one of our Walk-In Labs to find the testing option that suits you.

Have you ever received blood test results that were all marked “normal”, but still felt like you did not really understa...
01/09/2026

Have you ever received blood test results that were all marked “normal”, but still felt like you did not really understand what they were telling you?

Standard laboratory reference ranges are useful for identifying results that fall outside expected ranges. A Functional Health Report adds another layer of insight by showing where your results sit within functional or optimal ranges and helping you identify patterns over time.

Our reports include colour coded markers, easy to understand comparisons, trend tracking and the option of support to help you make sense of your results.

For selected Epicentre wellness packages, you can opt in for a Functional Health Report at no additional charge.

📍 Visit our walk in branches in Cape Town, Johannesburg or Durban.
🔗 Explore our wellness packages and view a sample report at epicentre.org.za

30/08/2026

Downed a tube of effervescent Vitamin C the moment your throat felt scratchy?

Here is why that doesn't actually work. 🍊💊

The idea that mega-dosing Vitamin C prevents or cures a cold is one of healthcare's biggest commercial myths. While Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, clinical trial data shows that taking high doses after symptoms start offers zero therapeutic benefit.

Here is what the evidence actually shows:

❌ Vitamin C won't stop you from catching a cold or cure an active virus.
🥬 70–80% of your immune system lives in your gut, so long-term habits like eating probiotic-rich fermented foods build true immune resilience over time.
🍵 Real cold relief comes down to proven symptom management: hydration, honey for coughs, OTC pain relievers, saline rinses, and zinc within the first 24 hours.

At Epicentre, we believe in peer-reviewed science over wellness trends. Take control of your health with real, data-driven insights.

📍 Visit our research-grade walk-in labs in Cape Town (Observatory), Johannesburg (Parktown North), or Durban (Hillcrest). No doctor's referral required.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to explore our health testing panels!

The power is in your hands. 🙌Knowing what's going on inside your body isn't scary — it's actually the smart move. Whethe...
16/08/2026

The power is in your hands. 🙌

Knowing what's going on inside your body isn't scary — it's actually the smart move. Whether it's an STI screen, a PCR panel, or just getting a baseline on your health, testing gives you real answers instead of guesswork.

No referral needed. No judgement. Just walk in, get tested, know for sure.

📍 Pop into your nearest Epicentre Walk-in Lab

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Address

2 Knelsby Avenue
Hillcrest
3610

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:15
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:15
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:15
Thursday 08:30 - 16:15
Friday 08:30 - 16:15

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+27318802150

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