Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Micm Maternal Inherited Cardiomyopathy Mutation Detection Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood in one Lavender top (EDTA) tube. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is mandatory.
10 DaysReport available in 10 days. Sample must be received daily by 11 am.
KSh 21,000
MMC Maternal Myopathy with Cardiomyopathy Mutation Detection Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
10 DaysResults are typically available within 10 days after the sample is received by the laboratory.
KSh 23,000
LDB3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Hypertrophic Type 24 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MYH7 Gene Myopathy Distal Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
TTN Gene Myopathy Early-Onset with Fatal Cardiomyopathy Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MYH7 Gene Myosin Storage Myopathy Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MYH7 Gene Scapuloperoneal Myopathy MYH7 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
TGFB3 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Dsg2 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 10 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DSC2 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 11 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
JUP Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 12 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
TMEM43 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 5 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
DSP Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 8 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
PKP2 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 9 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
MTATP8 Gene Cardiomyopathy Apical Hypertrophic and Neuropathy MTATP8 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MYBPC3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CRYAB Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
LMNA Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1A Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ACTN2 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1AA Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Dsg2 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1BB Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
LDB3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1C Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
NEXN Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1CC Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
TNNT2 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1D Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
RBM20 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1DD Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SCN5A Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1E Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MYH6 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1EE Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
TTN Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1G Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SDHA Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1GG Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
BAG3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1HH Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DES Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1I Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Micm Maternal Inherited Cardiomyopathy Mutation Detection Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood in one Lavender top (EDTA) tube. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is mandatory.
Turnaround
10 DaysReport available in 10 days. Sample must be received daily by 11 am.
Price
KSh 21,000
First-line screen
MMC Maternal Myopathy with Cardiomyopathy Mutation Detection Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
10 DaysResults are typically available within 10 days after the sample is received by the laboratory.
Price
KSh 23,000
First-line screen
LDB3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Hypertrophic Type 24 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MYH7 Gene Myopathy Distal Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TTN Gene Myopathy Early-Onset with Fatal Cardiomyopathy Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MYH7 Gene Myosin Storage Myopathy Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MYH7 Gene Scapuloperoneal Myopathy MYH7 Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TGFB3 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Dsg2 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 10 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DSC2 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 11 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
JUP Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 12 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TMEM43 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 5 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DSP Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 8 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
PKP2 Gene Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Type 9 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MTATP8 Gene Cardiomyopathy Apical Hypertrophic and Neuropathy MTATP8 Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MYBPC3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CRYAB Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
LMNA Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1A Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ACTN2 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1AA Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Dsg2 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1BB Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
LDB3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1C Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
NEXN Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1CC Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TNNT2 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1D Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
RBM20 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1DD Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SCN5A Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1E Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MYH6 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1EE Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TTN Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1G Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SDHA Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1GG Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
BAG3 Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1HH Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DES Gene Cardiomyopathy Dilated Type 1I Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) answer different clinical questions. This catalogue supports a conversation with your clinician or counselor; it does not establish a diagnosis or replace an individual assessment.
Choosing a test
A comprehensive panel measures several related markers, while a single-marker test addresses a more focused question. A larger panel is not automatically the right choice. Discuss your symptoms, previous results and referral with a qualified clinician before selecting tests. Results should not be interpreted in isolation.
Before sample collection
Confirm the required tube, sample volume, any fasting instructions and the collection deadline for your chosen test. Tell the collection team about medication and recent treatment. Do not stop prescribed medication unless your clinician advises it. Home collection depends on the sample’s handling and transport requirements.
Common questions
Questions before booking
Should I choose a panel or a single-marker test for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)?+
A comprehensive panel measures several related markers, while a single-marker test addresses a more focused question. A larger panel is not automatically the right choice. Discuss your symptoms, previous results and referral with a qualified clinician before selecting tests. Results should not be interpreted in isolation. Free pre-test counselor guidance is available to help you understand the booking options.
Can I use SHIF/SHA or private insurance for these tests?+
Coverage depends on your scheme, the specific test, referral and authorization requirements, and the provider arrangement. Before booking, ask the laboratory and your insurer to verify eligibility, any co-payment, and whether direct billing or reimbursement applies. Listing a test here does not guarantee insurance coverage.
When should I arrange sample collection?+
Check the sample and preparation notes for the specific test, then confirm the collection time and reporting deadline with the laboratory. Same-day reporting, where listed, may depend on a collection cutoff and working days. Nationwide and home sample collection are available subject to location, sample suitability and transport arrangements.
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