On-Site Laboratory – Rapid Diagnostic Testing in Kumi, Soroti & Eastern Uganda

Laboratory Services at Michoes Medical Centre – Same-Day Results in Kanyum, Kumi District

Our on-site laboratory provides rapid, accurate diagnostic testing for patients from Kumi, Soroti, Bukedea, Ngora, Katakwi, Amuria, Kaberamaido, Pallisa, Tororo, Mbale, and Jinja. Led by Okello John Bosco, Senior Laboratory Technician, we manage haematology, chemistry, and microbiology testing with strict quality assurance protocols. No need to travel to Soroti or Mbale for blood tests – we do them here with same-day results. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Call to Action: For any laboratory test, walk into Michoes anytime. Call +256701364362 for test availability and pricing.

Available Laboratory Tests

Haematology: Malaria rapid test and microscopy (results 30 minutes), full blood count (FBC), blood grouping and cross-matching, haemoglobin measurement (anaemia screening), sickle cell test, coagulation profile.

Clinical Chemistry: Blood glucose (diabetes monitoring), liver function tests (LFTs), kidney function tests (creatinine, urea), cholesterol and lipid profile, uric acid (gout).

Microbiology: Urinalysis and urine culture, stool analysis (ova, cysts, parasites), typhoid test (Widal), HIV screening (rapid test), syphilis (RPR), pregnancy test (urine HCG), wound swab culture, sputum microscopy (TB screening).

Other Tests: COVID-19 rapid testing, hepatitis B screening, and more.

Call to Action: Need a specific test? Call +256701364362 to confirm availability.

Malaria Testing at Michoes

Malaria is the leading cause of fever in Eastern Uganda. We use WHO-approved rapid diagnostic tests and confirmatory microscopy. Results available within 30 minutes. Testing is affordable and requires no appointment. Walk in anytime day or night.

Call to Action: Have fever with chills? Come for malaria test immediately. Call +256701364362.

Diabetes Monitoring (Glucose Testing)

For patients with diabetes, we provide fasting blood glucose, random blood glucose, and oral glucose tolerance tests (OGTT). We also check HbA1c (referral test) to monitor long-term control. Our team counsels on glucose results and lifestyle changes.

Call to Action: Monitor your diabetes at Michoes. Call +256701364362.

Pregnancy Testing and Antenatal Labs

We provide urine pregnancy tests, blood pregnancy tests (quantitative hCG), anaemia screening, blood group and Rh typing, syphilis screening, HIV screening, urinalysis, and malaria testing for pregnant women. Dr. Susan Atai uses these results to guide antenatal care.

Call to Action: Confirm your pregnancy or get antenatal labs. Call +256701364362.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do test results take?

Rapid tests: 15-30 minutes. Most other tests: same day within 2-4 hours.

Do I need an appointment for lab tests?

No appointment needed. Walk in anytime 24/7.

Do you collect samples at home?

Yes, for patients who cannot travel. Call +256701364362 to arrange home sample collection.

Call to Action: Visit our laboratory at Michoes Medical Centre, Kanyum, near Kumi Town. Call +256701364362. Open 24/7.

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