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Malaria parasite test (MP) — book at home in Nigeria

Also known as malaria test, MP test, RDT malaria. Booked in the app, collected at your home, explained by a doctor.

This page is general health information, not a diagnosis. Always consult a licensed clinician about your own health.

What it is

Detects malaria parasites in your blood, either under a microscope (blood film) or with a rapid diagnostic test (RDT).

Why doctors order it

Fever, chills, headache and body pain in Nigeria should be tested — not guessed. Confirming malaria before treatment prevents wasted antimalarials and catches other causes of fever.

Sample & preparation

Sample
Blood (finger-prick or venous draw)
Preparation
No special preparation.
Turnaround
Same day — RDT results in under an hour

How home collection works

  1. Book in the app

    Choose the test and a time that suits you — the price is shown before you pay.

  2. Sample collected at home

    A trained phlebotomist comes to you with sealed, single-use kits.

  3. Results, explained

    Results land in the app and a doctor walks you through what they mean.

Frequently asked questions

What sample does the Malaria parasite test (MP) need?
Blood (finger-prick or venous draw). A trained phlebotomist collects it at your home with sealed, single-use kits.
Do I need to prepare for the Malaria parasite test (MP)?
No special preparation.
How long do Malaria parasite test (MP) results take?
Same day — RDT results in under an hour. Results arrive in the GoDoctor app, and a doctor can explain what they mean in an online consultation.

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