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Adrenal Gland Function Testing

Cortisol/ACTH/Aldosterone-Renin Panels

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66 tests

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17 Hydroxy Corticosteroids 17 Ketosteroids 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 35,000
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17 Hydroxy Corticosteroids 17OHCS 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
20 mL (10 mL minimum) well-mixed aliquot of a 24-hour urine collection. Add appropriate volume of 50% HCl to maintain pH below 5. Record 24-hour urine volume on the test request form and urine container. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
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17 Hydroxyprogesterone Test

Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 30,000
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17 Hydroxyprogesterone Newborn Screen CAH Screen Test

Sample type
Dried blood spot collected on filter paper.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
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17 Hydroxyprogesterone 17OHP Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,042
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17-Hydroxyprogesterone 17OHP Stimulation by ACTH Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,084
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17 Ketosteroids 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 17,000
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ACTH Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in a specific type of tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 3,463
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Aldosterone Renin Direct Ratio Plasma Test

Sample type
3 mL (2.5 mL minimum) of plasma collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 19,000
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Aldosterone 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection. A specific container will be provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 3,744
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Aldosterone Plasma Test

Sample type
Blood sample collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Minimum volume: 2.5 mL.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,744
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Androstenedione Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Same Day Samples collected by 11 AM on Monday or Thursday may have results available the same day.
Price
KSh 6,000
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Androstenedione Stimulation by ACTH Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Same Day Reports are typically available on the same day if samples are received by 4 PM on Mondays or Thursdays.
Price
KSh 10,000
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Angiotensin Converting Enzyme ACE Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Daily.
Price
KSh 2,340
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Angiotensin II Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Report available approximately 2-3 weeks after sample receipt (if received by the 7th of the month).
Price
KSh 26,000
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Catecholamines Fractionated 24-Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection. A specific container will be provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 12,000
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Corticosterone Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a Red Top tube (No Additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 8,000
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Cortisol Serum Evening Sample Test

Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,287
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Cortisol Serum Midnight Sample Test

Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 1,287
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Cortisol Serum Morning Sample Test

Sample type
Serum (blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,287
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Cortisol Free Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a red top tube (no additive). Avoid SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 30,000
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Cortisol Free 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,872
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Cortisol Serum Morning Evening Samples Test

Sample type
Two serum samples (2 mL per sample, 1 mL minimum) collected in Serum Separator Tubes (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,340
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Cortisol Stimulation by ACTH Test

Sample type
2 mL (0.5 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST) for each timed specimen. Three tubes are required: baseline, 30 minutes post-ACTH, and 60 minutes post-ACTH.
Turnaround
See timing details Daily.
Price
KSh 3,861
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Cortisol Suppression by Dexamethasone Overnight High Dose Test

Sample type
Two blood samples: one collected in the morning before taking dexamethasone, and a second collected the following morning after taking dexamethasone.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 2,574
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Cortisol Suppression by Dexamethasone Overnight Low Dose Test

Sample type
Blood sample (2 mL minimum, 1 mL)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,287
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Cortisol Saliva Test

Sample type
Saliva sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 4,680
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Cortisone Compound E 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL (minimum 5 mL) aliquot of 24-hour urine collected in a screw-capped container.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Results are typically available 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 60,000
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Cortisone Cortisol Ratio Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Reports available on Wednesday or Saturday, provided samples are submitted by Monday or Thursday at 9 AM.
Price
KSh 5,850
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Cortisone Serum Test

Sample type
Blood sample (Serum). Minimum volume: 1 mL, preferred volume: 2 mL. Collected in a red top tube without additives. Avoid SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 5,850

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Adrenal Gland Function Testing 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 Adrenal Gland Function Testing?

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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