Investigations in Phoenix
Dr Neven Govender
Family Practitioner
Need tests done quickly and properly? We offer onsite medical investigations in Phoenix — including bloods to recognised pathology labs, point-of-care testing, ECG and treadmill testing, spirometry (lung function), Pap smears, and pregnancy dating ultrasound scans.
Pathology Point of Care Womans health Cardiac LungBook an Investigation Appointment
Fast resultsWe’ll guide you on what tests are appropriate, what they mean, and what to do next.
Emergency: Severe chest pain, severe shortness of breath, collapse or stroke symptoms → go to the nearest emergency unit.
Pathology in Phoenix | Blood Tests & Recognised Labs
Bloods drawn onsite
🧫 Blood Tests (Sent to Recognised Labs)
We draw bloods onsite and send samples to recognised pathology laboratories. You get reliable results with clear follow-up guidance.
- Routine blood tests and health screening
- Diabetes monitoring bloods (as guided by your care plan)
- Hormone testing including testosterone (where appropriate)
- PSA and cancer screening bloods (where indicated)
Point-of-Care Testing (POC) | Same-Time Results
When you need answers now
⚡ Onsite POC Tests
We offer point-of-care testing for selected conditions — useful when results need to guide same-day decisions.
- Glucose testing
- Cholesterol testing
- Troponin (Trop) testing for selected chest pain assessments
- Testosterone (where appropriate)
- PSA (where indicated)
- Urine dipstick testing
- Pregnancy testing
Note: Not all tests are appropriate for every situation. We’ll advise what’s best based on your symptoms and risk profile.
Women’s Health Investigations | Pap Smears & Pregnancy Scans
Screening and early pregnancy care
🌸 Pap Smears
We take Pap smears as part of cervical cancer screening and guide you on next steps.
- Pap smear collection onsite
- Screening guidance based on age and risk
- Follow-up plan if results need action
🤰 Pregnancy Ultrasound Scans (Dating Scans)
Early pregnancy dating scans help confirm gestation, estimate due date, and guide next steps.
- Pregnancy dating scans
- Guidance on antenatal milestones and safety-net advice
- Referral pathways if specialist care is required
ECG & Treadmill Testing in Phoenix
Heart investigations onsite
🫀 Static ECG
We perform resting (static) ECGs onsite for symptoms, screening, and monitoring.
- Resting ECG (static ECG)
- Assessment of palpitations, chest discomfort and related symptoms
- Clear referral guidance if further workup is needed
🏃 Treadmill Testing
Onsite treadmill testing is available for selected patients as part of cardiovascular assessment.
- Exercise treadmill testing (where appropriate)
- Risk stratification and next-step planning
- Referral pathways to cardiology / hospitals if indicated
Emergency: Severe chest pain, severe shortness of breath, collapse → go to the nearest emergency unit.
Lung Function Testing in Phoenix | Spirometry
Breathing assessment and monitoring
🫁 Spirometry (Lung Function)
Spirometry helps assess airflow and breathing symptoms and can be useful for monitoring lung conditions over time.
- Spirometry testing onsite
- Assessment support for wheeze, asthma-like symptoms, persistent cough
- Monitoring and treatment guidance where appropriate
What to Expect
We’ll explain what a test shows, when it’s useful, and what we’ll do with the result.
Point-of-care testing can help guide same-day decisions when clinically appropriate.
You’ll leave knowing what your results mean and whether you need follow-up or referral.
What to Bring
Bring medical aid details and ID/passport. If you have authorisations, bring those too.
A photo is fine. Include supplements and allergies.
Bring recent results or reports (even photos). It helps us compare trends and avoid repeats.
Investigations in Phoenix, Durban | Phoenix Plaza Medical Center
Location
Phoenix Plaza, 19 Parthenon Street
Phoenix, 4068
Not sure what you need? Book an appointment and tell us your symptoms — we’ll guide the right investigations.