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Clinical Chemistry & Electrolyte Panels

Electrolytes/Renal & Liver Chemistry Panels

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  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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104 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Sodium Random Urine Test

Sample type
Random urine sample. A minimum volume is required; confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen

Sodium Serum Test

Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 397
First-line screen

TLC Total Leucocyte Count Fluid Test

Sample type
Body fluid sample (e.g., cerebrospinal fluid, pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, synovial fluid). Confirm the specific fluid type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 257
First-line screen

Urea Fluid Test

Sample type
2 mL (minimum 1 mL) body fluid sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 280
First-line screen

Vgkc Voltage Gated Potassium Channel Antibody Csf Test

Sample type
1 mL (0.5 mL min) CSF in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Same Day Report available the same day if the sample is submitted by Tuesday or Friday by 9 AM.
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

VGKC Voltage Gated Potassium Channel Antibody Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Same Day Reports are typically available on the same day as sample collection, provided samples are received by 9 AM on Tuesdays or Fridays.
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Vitamin B1 Thiamine Pyrophosphate Blood Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. The tube must be completely wrapped in black paper or aluminium foil to protect from light.
Turnaround
See timing details Sample received by Friday 9 am; report typically available Tuesday.
Price
KSh 22,000
First-line screen

SCN4A Gene Potassium Aggravated Myotonia 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

Serpina1 Gene Antitrypsin Alpha-1 Deficiency Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SCNN1A Gene Bronchiectasis with or Without Elevated Sweat Chloride Type 2 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

CPS1 Gene Carbamoylphosphate Synthetase I Deficiency Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SLC26A3 Gene Diarrhea Type 1 Secretory Chloride Congenital Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Spint2 Gene Diarrhea Type 3 Secretory Sodium Congenital Syndromic Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

GPI Gene Hemolytic Anemia Nonspherocytic Due to Glucose Phosphate Isomerase 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

TRPM6 Gene Hypomagnesemia 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

FXYD2 Gene Hypomagnesemia Type 2 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

CLDN16 Gene Hypomagnesemia Type 3 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

EGF Gene Hypomagnesemia Type 4 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CLDN19 Gene Hypomagnesemia Type 5 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

CNNM2 Gene Hypomagnesemia Type 6 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SLC34A3 Gene Hypophosphatemic Rickets with Hypercalciuria Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Fgf23 Gene Hypophosphatemic Rickets Autosomal Dominant 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

SLC25A3 Gene Mitochondrial Phosphate Carrier Deficiency Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

PRPS1 Gene Phosphoribosylpyrophosphate Synthetase Superactivity Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

PNPO Gene Pyridoxamine 5-Phosphate Oxidase Deficiency Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

RPIA Gene Ribose 5-Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Extracted DNA. A drop of blood on an FTA card may also be acceptable. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TPI1 Gene Triosephosphate Isomerase Deficiency 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

GALNT3 Gene Tumoral Calcinosis Hyperphosphatemic Familial Type 1 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DMP1 Gene Hypophosphatemic Rickets Autosomal Recessive 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

ENPP1 Gene Hypophosphatemic Rickets Autosomal Recessive Type 2 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details for the specific turnaround time.
Price
KSh 40,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Clinical Chemistry & Electrolyte Panels 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 Clinical Chemistry & Electrolyte Panels?

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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