Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria can also be transmitted through a blood transfusion from someone who carries the disease, or a mother can infect her newborn during delivery. If not treated promptly, this disease can become severe, causing: Kidney failure Mental confusion Seizures Coma Death

What are the symptoms of Malaria infection?

People infected with Malaria will often get very sick with symptoms like: Fever Chills and sweats Headache Muscle aches Extreme fatigue Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea Anemia and jaundice (yellow-colored skin and eyes) If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, especially after traveling to a Sub-saharan Africa or South Asian country, it would be beneficial to get tested for Malaria.

How to test for Malaria?

To test for Malaria a blood sample is taken from the patient, and a drop is analyzed with a blood smear technique under a microscope. The sample is stained to allow parasites to show distinctively. The laboratorian will then be able to see if there are any parasites in your blood sample.

Which blood test is used for Malaria?

A blood smear test is the most commonly used for diagnosing Malaria and is very accurate. Other tests, such as antigen detection and molecular testing, are also available depending on the case. Serology testing such as ELISA can be done and is useful to measure past exposure to blood parasites. If your results for Malaria testing are positive, speak to your doctor immediately to get prompt treatment.

Do I need to visit a doctor?

Nope. You don't need a doctor's visit to get a test with us.

How do I get my results?

You'll get your results via email as soon as they are available. We will notify you via SMS as well. You can also see them at any time in the future right in your dashboard where you can easily share them with your professional and compare them side by side with future tests.

Does my lab prescription expire?

Your order itself never expires. The lab requisition document used by Quest Diagnostics or LabCorp is valid for 12 months from purchase per lab regulations; if it lapses before your visit, we will reissue a new one — in most cases at no additional cost. See our Terms & Conditions for the full policy.

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If you believe you have malaria or have visited an area where it is common, please visit an emergency room immediately. It's essential to seek treatment right away even before symptoms appear.

FAQ

What is Malaria?
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria can also be transmitted through a blood transfusion from someone who carries the disease, or a mother can infect her newborn during delivery. If not treated promptly, this disease can become severe, causing:
- Kidney failure
- Mental confusion
- Seizures
- Coma
- Death
What are the symptoms of Malaria infection?
People infected with Malaria will often get very sick with symptoms like:
- Fever
- Chills and sweats
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Extreme fatigue
- Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Anemia and jaundice (yellow-colored skin and eyes)
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, especially after traveling to a Sub-saharan Africa or South Asian country, it would be beneficial to get tested for Malaria.
How to test for Malaria?

To test for Malaria a blood sample is taken from the patient, and a drop is analyzed with a blood smear technique under a microscope. The sample is stained to allow parasites to show distinctively. The laboratorian will then be able to see if there are any parasites in your blood sample.
Which blood test is used for Malaria?

A blood smear test is the most commonly used for diagnosing Malaria and is very accurate. Other tests, such as antigen detection and molecular testing, are also available depending on the case. Serology testing such as ELISA can be done and is useful to measure past exposure to blood parasites.
If your results for Malaria testing are positive, speak to your doctor immediately to get prompt treatment.
Do I need to visit a doctor?

Nope. You don't need a doctor's visit to get a test with us.
How do I get my results?

You'll get your results via email as soon as they are available. We will notify you via SMS as well. You can also see them at any time in the future right in your dashboard where you can easily share them with your professional and compare them side by side with future tests.
Does my lab prescription expire?

Your order itself never expires. The lab requisition document used by Quest Diagnostics or LabCorp is valid for 12 months from purchase per lab regulations; if it lapses before your visit, we will reissue a new one — in most cases at no additional cost. See our Terms & Conditions for the full policy.