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Clinic Services

Clinical consultations, diagnosis, treatment and referral services for individuals and families.

NHRTI Clinic patient consultation and clinical examination room

The NHRTI Clinic provides general and specialised healthcare for individuals and families, supported by the institute’s laboratory and research expertise.

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Clinical services

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Laboratory testing

Explore diagnostic and specialised testing across laboratory service groups, including microbiology and water analysis enquiries. Explore laboratory testing

Clinic FAQs

Read our patient information guide on consultation fees (K100), operating hours, specialist clinics and NHIMA cover. Read Clinic FAQs

Clinical services

Endoscopy and colonoscopy

Upper GI Gastroscopy (K2,000) and Lower GI Colonoscopy (K2,500) performed on weekends by specialist gastroenterology teams.

Ultrasound scanning

Obstetric, abdominal, pelvic, and soft-tissue diagnostic sonography.

Women’s and family health

Antenatal care (ANC) every Tuesday at 10:30, family planning and gynaecology services.

Consultant Physician Clinic

Specialist medical reviews every Wednesday for chronic non-communicable diseases and complex conditions.

ART and TB

Confidential antiretroviral therapy and tuberculosis outpatient care supported by reference laboratory diagnostics.

On-site Pharmacy

The pharmacy operates under the clinic services. It is not NHIMA accredited and cannot dispense medicines against NHIMA prescriptions from elsewhere.
National Health Research and Training Institute main facility entrance and pharmacy in Ndola
Clinical care and laboratory science

Care connected with diagnostics

The clinic works alongside NHRTI’s laboratory services, including clinical chemistry, haematology, microbiology, parasitology, immunology, reference testing and molecular methods. Have questions about fees, visiting hours, or specialist clinics? Consult our comprehensive Patient Information Guide before your visit. Browse Clinic FAQs Browse laboratory services

Before your visit

  1. 1

    Operating hours

    The clinic operates Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00, with a lunch break from 12:30 to 14:00. Weekend endoscopy is available by prior booking.
  2. 2

    General consultation & walk-ins

    A general consultation costs K100, excluding medicines and laboratory tests. The clinic accepts walk-in patients except for specialised services.
  3. 3

    NHIMA & payment options

    The clinic accepts NHIMA and does not currently accept other insurance schemes. The pharmacy is not NHIMA accredited.
  4. 4

    Outpatient care model

    The clinic does not provide overnight admission. Patients may be observed during the day and referred for further management when necessary.
Part of a research institution

Scientific expertise, close to care

Laboratory work is one of the ways NHRTI connects scientific expertise with clinical services. The institute brings these areas of work together in Ndola.
NHRTI Clinic healthcare staff providing patient consultation with censored patient face for privacy

Laboratory and referral services

Clinical testing

Diagnostic and laboratory services connected with patient care at the NHRTI Clinic. Browse catalogue

Microbiology & water analysis

Microscopy, culture, sensitivity testing and water analysis services. Explore microbiology

Referral services

Find the next step for a patient referral or specialist laboratory request. View referral guidance