Fever, chills, body aches, or prolonged temperature in Lagos — malaria and typhoid are the first conditions to exclude. At Mascot Healthcare, a malaria RDT and Widal test are done in the same visit. Treatment starts the same day if confirmed.
These are the symptoms and situations that indicate this test is the right next step.
Cyclic fever with rigors — classic malaria. Sustained rising fever — classic typhoid. Both can coexist in Lagos patients.
Malaria RDT + WidalProminent headache and myalgia with fever is common in both malaria and typhoid — testing distinguishes them.
Malaria RDT + blood filmGastrointestinal symptoms with fever — more prominent in typhoid than malaria, but both can cause them.
Malaria + Widal + FBCProfound prostration — both diseases cause it; severity and pattern distinguish malaria from typhoid.
RDT + Widal + FBCFailing to improve after 48–72 hours of antimalarials or antibiotics warrants repeat testing — resistance or wrong diagnosis.
Repeat testing + cultureUnderstanding what each component of the test measures helps you understand your results.
This test analyses a blood/urine sample to detect specific markers relevant to your symptoms and health status. Our doctor explains all results in the context of your clinical picture.
Reference ranges are age, sex, and clinical-context dependent. Our doctors interpret every result in context — not just against a printed range.
A result that requires further action triggers a management plan on the same visit — medication, further tests, or referral — so you leave with clarity, not just a piece of paper.
No fasting required
52 Sholanke Street, Akoka, Mon–Sat, 9AM–5PM. Consultations and scans by appointment; lab tests walk-in.
If you have had this test before, bring the report for comparison.
Every test result is reviewed by our doctors in the context of your symptoms and history — not just compared to a reference range.
We provide same-day consultation, prescription, and follow-up plan where needed.
Walk in at Mascot Healthcare, Akoka — no appointment needed. 20 minutes (RDT) / 24 hours (Widal) results.