Medical laboratories in Pikine and Guediawaye

A blood test or a medical check-up prescribed by a doctor usually happens at a medical laboratory, and both Pikine and Guediawaye have several, convenient for families in this part of Dakar's suburbs. Here is how to prepare for this kind of appointment without stress.

The prescription, a required step

Most medical analyses require a prescription from a doctor, specifying which tests are needed. Without this document, a laboratory generally cannot carry out the sample collection requested. Keep the prescription on hand and check with the laboratory beforehand whether any special conditions apply to the tests requested.

Fasting: what to know

Some analyses, particularly those related to blood sugar or lipid levels, require fasting before the sample is taken, usually from the evening before. Other analyses need no special preparation at all. When in doubt, ask the laboratory or the doctor who prescribed the test directly, since instructions vary by analysis and should never be guessed.

Result timeframes, in general terms

How long it takes to get a result varies a lot depending on the type of analysis requested: some simple results are available quickly, others take longer depending on the complexity of the test. Always ask the laboratory, at the time of the sample, for an indicative timeframe and how the results will be shared with you. For an urgent check-up requested by a doctor, mention it as soon as you arrive at the laboratory.

At-home sample collection

Several laboratories in the area offer an at-home sample collection service, useful for an elderly or unwell person, or anyone who simply cannot travel. The details (areas covered, how to book) vary from one laboratory to another, so ask directly with the one you plan to use. For any medical question about results or next steps, consult a healthcare professional rather than a non-medical source.

To find a laboratory near you, browse the health directory for Dakar on SeneFinder, which lists several facilities in the area.

Recommended addresses on SeneFinder

• Bio7-Analyses - Laboratoire d'analyses médicales: medical laboratory in Dakar.
• Laboratoire d'Analyses Médicales NurBio: medical laboratory in Dakar.
• Laboratoire d'analyses médicales Golf Sud: medical laboratory in Golf Sud.
• Laboratoire d'analyses médicales ADEMIS: medical laboratory in Dakar.

To see all addresses in this category, browse the directory, or for a full overview, explore the Dakar directory.

Useful tools

The SeneFinder practical guide gathers useful daily information, and the route planner helps organise a trip to a laboratory. You may also like our articles on medical laboratories in Dakar and our guide to Pikine and Guediawaye.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get an analysis without a prescription?

Generally not; most medical analyses require a prescription from a doctor specifying the tests needed.

Do I always need to fast before a blood test?

No, it depends on the type of analysis: some require it, others do not; check directly with the laboratory or the prescribing doctor.

Is at-home sample collection available everywhere?

Several laboratories offer this service, but the areas covered and the conditions vary; ask the laboratory you choose directly.