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Diabetes Diagnosis & Monitoring

HbA1c/Glucose/Insulin/C-Peptide Panels

Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.

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  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

122 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Analyzer 26 SMA 26 Test Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 6,000
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Anti IA2 Insulinoma Associated Antigen Test

Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
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Bnp Btype Natriuretic Peptide Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available daily.
Price
KSh 3,978
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BUN Blood Urea Nitrogen Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 327
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Cardiometabolic Syndrome Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
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Cpeptide Fasting Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from one Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 2,457
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Cpeptide Post Prandial Serum Test

Sample type
Serum (minimum 0.5 mL) collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,457
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Cpeptide Response to Glucose 5 Hours Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tube; 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) corresponding serum from 1 SST for each timed specimen.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 28,000
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Cpeptide Stimulation by Glucagon Test

Sample type
Blood sample collected before and after glucagon administration.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 11,000
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Cpeptide 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection. Minimum 1 mL required, 5 mL preferred. Collect all urine voided over a 24-hour period into a provided container. No preservatives.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,457
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Diabetes Panel 1 Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 2 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tubes for Glucose F + PP, 3 mL (1.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST, and 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Daily
Price
KSh 3,042
First-line screen

Diabetes Panel 2 Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous) and Urine sample (first morning sample preferred).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
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Diabetes Panel Basic Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tube; 3 mL (1.5 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Daily. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 1,053
First-line screen

Diabetes Screen Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tube for Glucose F & PP and 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of first morning urine.
Turnaround
See timing details Daily.
Price
KSh 702
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Diabetes Type 1 Autoimmune Profile Test

Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 29,000
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Executive Officers Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
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Fructosamine Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous or capillary).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,099
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G6PD Gene Mutation Detection Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
10 Days Approximately 10 days.
Price
KSh 15,000
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G6PD Quantitative Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Same Day Same-day results for samples submitted by 4 PM, Monday through Saturday.
Price
KSh 1,942
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GAD65 Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase 65 IgG Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Same Day Results are typically available the same day if samples are submitted by the specified deadline (Wednesday or Saturday by 9 am).
Price
KSh 17,000
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Glucagon Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) plasma from a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Results are typically available within 2-3 weeks.
Price
KSh 26,000
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Glucose 05 Hour Post 75g Load Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 187
First-line screen

Glucose 20 Hour Post Lunch Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous or capillary). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 187
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Glucose Challenge Test GCT Glucose 1 Hour Obstetrical Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 210
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Glucose Estimation 25 Hours Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from 1 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tube; 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of corresponding urine for each timed specimen.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,825
First-line screen

Glucose Fasting F Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous or capillary).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 187
First-line screen

Glucose Fasting and Post Meal PP 2 Hours Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 351
First-line screen

Glucose Fluid Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of body fluid in a sterile screw-capped container. Ship refrigerated. Do not freeze.
Turnaround
See timing details Daily.
Price
KSh 210
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Glucose Post Prandial PP 2 Hours Post Meal Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 210
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Glucose Random R Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous or capillary).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 187

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Diabetes Diagnosis & Monitoring 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 Diabetes Diagnosis & Monitoring?

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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