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Endocrinology & Metabolic Genetics

Explore first-line screening biomarkers, targeted reflex assays and confirmatory genetic panels in Endocrinology & Metabolic Genetics. A clinician or genetic counsellor can help choose appropriate testing based on the clinical question and previous results.

  • 41 diagnostic topics
  • 1,341 available tests
  • From KSh 187
  • KMLTTB Regulated Laboratory
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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Adrenal Gland Function Testing

66 available tests

From KSh 585

Cortisol/ACTH/Aldosterone-Renin Panels

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Amino Acid & Organic Acid Disorders

102 available tests

From KSh 280

PKU/MSUD/Methylmalonic Acidemia Panels

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Clinical Chemistry & Electrolyte Panels

104 available tests

From KSh 257

Electrolytes/Renal & Liver Chemistry Panels

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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)

14 available tests

From KSh 585

17-OHP/CYP21A2 Gene Testing

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Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation (CDG)

36 available tests

From KSh 40,000

PMM2/CDG Gene Panels

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Congenital Hyperinsulinism & Hypoglycemia

9 available tests

From KSh 40,000

ABCC8/KCNJ11 Gene Panels

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Craniosynostosis & Craniofacial Genetics

25 available tests

From KSh 40,000

FGFR2/FGFR3/TWIST1 Gene Panels

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Diabetes Diagnosis & Monitoring

122 available tests

From KSh 187

HbA1c/Glucose/Insulin/C-Peptide Panels

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Fatty Acid Oxidation & Carnitine Disorders

12 available tests

From KSh 11,000

MCAD/CPT/ACAD Gene Panels

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Glycogen Storage Diseases (GSD / Pompe)

23 available tests

From KSh 8,000

GAA/G6PC/PYGM Gene Panels

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Glycoprotein Storage Disorders (Mannosidosis, Fucosidosis)

7 available tests

From KSh 40,000

MAN2B1/FUCA1 Enzyme Panels

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Gout & Uric Acid Disorders

18 available tests

From KSh 374

Uric Acid/HPRT1/UMOD Gene Testing

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Hashimoto & Graves Disease Antibodies

5 available tests

From KSh 3,042

Anti-TPO/Anti-Tg/TBII Testing

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Hereditary Dental & Enamel Disorders

17 available tests

From KSh 40,000

AMELX/ENAM/DSP Gene Panels

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Homocystinuria & Methylation Defects

8 available tests

From KSh 9,000

CBS/MTHFR/MTR Gene Panels

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Lipodystrophy & Insulin Resistance Syndromes

10 available tests

From KSh 40,000

AGPAT2/BSCL2/PPARG Gene Panels

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Lysosomal Storage Diseases (MPS, Gaucher, Fabry)

66 available tests

From KSh 819

Enzyme Assays & Lysosomal Gene Panels

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Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD)

6 available tests

From KSh 12,000

BCKDHA/BCKDHB Gene & Amino Acid Panels

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Mitochondrial & Oxidative Phosphorylation Disorders

192 available tests

From KSh 585

mtDNA Depletion/Complex Deficiency Panels

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MODY & Monogenic Diabetes

12 available tests

From KSh 40,000

GCK/HNF1A/HNF4A MODY Gene Panels

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Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS I-VII)

18 available tests

From KSh 819

IDUA/IDS/GALNS Enzyme & Gene Panels

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Obesity & Weight Genetics

16 available tests

From KSh 1,591

Leptin/MC4R/POMC Gene Panels

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Organic Acidemias (Methylmalonic & Propionic)

30 available tests

From KSh 585

MUT/MMACHC/PCCA Organic Acid Panels

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Osteopetrosis & Sclerosing Bone Disorders

10 available tests

From KSh 40,000

CLCN7/TCIRG1 Gene Panels

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Osteoporosis & Bone Turnover Markers

39 available tests

From KSh 374

BSAP/Beta-CTX/Osteocalcin Panels

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Other Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders

202 available tests

From KSh 40,000

Rare Endometabolic Sequencing

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Parathyroid, Calcium & Vitamin D

42 available tests

From KSh 397

PTH/Calcium/Vitamin D Panels

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Peroxisomal Disorders (Zellweger, Adrenoleukodystrophy)

23 available tests

From KSh 40,000

ABCD1/PEX Gene Panels

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) & Hyperphenylalaninemia

9 available tests

From KSh 280

PAH/PTS Gene & Phenylalanine Panels

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Pheochromocytoma & Paraganglioma Biochemistry

36 available tests

From KSh 6,000

Metanephrines/Catecholamines Panels

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Pituitary & Growth Hormone Disorders

84 available tests

From KSh 585

GH/Prolactin/IGF-1/Pituitary Panels

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Porphyrias & Heme Biosynthesis Disorders

14 available tests

From KSh 10,000

5-ALA/PBG/Porphyrin Panels

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Rickets & Metabolic Bone Disorders

15 available tests

From KSh 40,000

ALPL/PHEX/FGF23 Gene Panels

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Short Stature & Growth Failure

22 available tests

From KSh 40,000

GH Deficiency/IGF-1/GH Stimulation Panels

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Skeletal Dysplasias & Dwarfism Genetics

50 available tests

From KSh 10,500

FGFR3/COL2A1/Skeletal Dysplasia Panels

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Sphingolipidoses (Gaucher, Tay-Sachs, Krabbe)

35 available tests

From KSh 3,978

GBA/HEXA/GALC Enzyme & Gene Panels

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Thyroid Function & Disorder Testing

81 available tests

From KSh 468

TSH/Free T3/T4/Thyroid Antibody Panels

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Type 1 Diabetes Autoantibodies

4 available tests

From KSh 6,000

GAD65/IA-2/ZnT8/Insulin Autoantibodies

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Tyrosinemia & Hereditary Tyrosinemia

8 available tests

From KSh 10,000

FAH Gene & Tyrosine Metabolite Panels

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Urea Cycle Defects & Hyperammonemia

15 available tests

From KSh 2,340

OTC/CPS1/ASS1 Gene Panels

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Wilson Disease & Iron Overload (Hemochromatosis)

19 available tests

From KSh 1,263

ATP7B/HFE/Ceruloplasmin Testing

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Clinical context

Clinical pathway & questions

How this diagnostic category is organized

Tests in Endocrinology & Metabolic Genetics are grouped into first-line screening and biomarkers, reflex assays that may follow an initial result, and confirmatory genetic panels. The appropriate pathway depends on the clinical question and any prior results; a larger panel is not automatically the right choice.

Consult a qualified clinician or genetic counselor before booking. They can help determine whether testing is suitable and explain how results should be interpreted alongside your medical history.

Before sample collection

Confirm the specimen, preparation instructions and collection options for your selected test with the laboratory. Requirements differ by test and location.

Common questions

Questions about Endocrinology & Metabolic Genetics

How do I choose between routine screening and a genetic panel in Endocrinology & Metabolic Genetics?

The right option depends on the clinical question, symptoms, family history and any previous results. A routine screen or focused marker may answer a specific question; a genetic panel examines selected genes. Discuss suitability and interpretation with your clinician or a genetic counsellor before booking.

How are samples collected and prepared across Kenya?

Sample type, preparation and handling vary by test. Confirm the current instructions with the laboratory before collection. Nationwide and home sample collection can be arranged subject to your location, the specimen requirements and transport conditions.

Can SHIF/SHA or private insurance cover tests in Endocrinology & Metabolic Genetics?

Coverage depends on your scheme, the specific test, referral and pre-authorisation rules, and provider arrangements. Verify eligibility, any co-payment, and direct-billing or reimbursement requirements with your insurer and the laboratory before booking. Listing a test does not guarantee coverage.