Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Serum Test
First-line screen
Serum sample.
Timing on request
KSh 7,000
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Urine Test
First-line screen
10 ml (5 ml minimum) first morning urine sample.
See timing detailsResults for samples submitted by Friday 6 PM are typically available by Saturday.
KSh 7,000
MTHFR Gene Mutation Qualitative PCR Test
First-line screen
3 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 9,000
Newborn Screening Panel 4 Test
First-line screen
One drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday to Friday.
KSh 2,340
Newborn Screening Panel 5 Test
First-line screen
Dried blood spot sample collected via heel prick.
Timing on request
KSh 2,340
Nx Gen Sequencing Alkaptonuria Test
First-line screen
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Timing on request
KSh 46,800
Organic Acids Urine Test
First-line screen
15 mL (10 mL minimum) random urine sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container without preservative.
Timing on request
KSh 14,000
Phenylalanine Newborn Screen Test
First-line screen
1 drop of heel prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper (available from LPL). Clinical details and drug history must accompany the sample.
See timing detailsSample collected Monday through Friday by 9 am; report available the next day.
KSh 585
Venous Thrombosis Risk Analysis Panel Test
First-line screen
Two 5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood samples collected in Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Timing on request
KSh 15,000
GCH1 Gene Hyperphenylalaninemia BH4deficient B 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
SUCLG1 Gene Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome Encephalomyopathic Type with Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DHTKD1 Gene 2-Aminoadipic 2-Oxoadipic Aciduria 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
AUH Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria 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
OPA3 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
DNAJC19 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 5 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CLPB Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 7 with Cataracts Neurologic Involvement and Neutropenia 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
Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome 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
HGD Gene Alkaptonuria 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
ASL Gene Argininosuccinic Aciduria 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
Ddc Gene Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency Aadc 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
BTD Gene Biotinidase Deficiency 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
BCAT2 Gene Branched-Chain Aminotransferase 2 Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of Blood on FTA Card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC25A1 Gene Combined D2 and L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ACSF3 Gene Combined Malonic and Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
D2HGDH Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 1 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
IDH2 Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GLYCTK Gene D-Glyceric Aciduria 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
GALE Gene Galactose Epimerase Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for DNA extraction. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
GALT Gene Galactosemia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or dried blood spot on FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC5A1 Gene Glucose Galactose Malabsorption Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Serum Test
Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Urine Test
Sample type
10 ml (5 ml minimum) first morning urine sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults for samples submitted by Friday 6 PM are typically available by Saturday.
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
MTHFR Gene Mutation Qualitative PCR Test
Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Newborn Screening Panel 4 Test
Sample type
One drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday to Friday.
Price
KSh 2,340
First-line screen
Newborn Screening Panel 5 Test
Sample type
Dried blood spot sample collected via heel prick.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,340
First-line screen
Nx Gen Sequencing Alkaptonuria Test
Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 46,800
First-line screen
Organic Acids Urine Test
Sample type
15 mL (10 mL minimum) random urine sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container without preservative.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,000
First-line screen
Phenylalanine Newborn Screen Test
Sample type
1 drop of heel prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper (available from LPL). Clinical details and drug history must accompany the sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsSample collected Monday through Friday by 9 am; report available the next day.
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen
Venous Thrombosis Risk Analysis Panel Test
Sample type
Two 5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood samples collected in Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
GCH1 Gene Hyperphenylalaninemia BH4deficient B 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
SUCLG1 Gene Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome Encephalomyopathic Type with Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DHTKD1 Gene 2-Aminoadipic 2-Oxoadipic Aciduria 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
AUH Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria 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
OPA3 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DNAJC19 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 5 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CLPB Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 7 with Cataracts Neurologic Involvement and Neutropenia 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
Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome 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
HGD Gene Alkaptonuria 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
ASL Gene Argininosuccinic Aciduria 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
Ddc Gene Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency Aadc 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
BTD Gene Biotinidase Deficiency 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
BCAT2 Gene Branched-Chain Aminotransferase 2 Deficiency Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC25A1 Gene Combined D2 and L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria 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
ACSF3 Gene Combined Malonic and Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
D2HGDH Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 1 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
IDH2 Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GLYCTK Gene D-Glyceric Aciduria 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
GALE Gene Galactose Epimerase Deficiency Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for DNA extraction. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GALT Gene Galactosemia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or dried blood spot on FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC5A1 Gene Glucose Galactose Malabsorption Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Amino Acid & Organic Acid Disorders 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 Amino Acid & Organic Acid Disorders?+
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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