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Diabetes Diagnosis & Monitoring

HbA1c/Glucose/Insulin/C-Peptide Panels

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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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122 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Insulin Antibodies Highly Sensitive Test

Sample type
2 mL (minimum 1 mL) of serum in a red top (no additive) tube.
Turnaround
3 Weeks Samples collected by the 7th of the month typically have results available within 2 to 3 weeks.
Price
KSh 30,000
First-line screen

Insulin Fasting and Post Prandial PP Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,627
First-line screen

Insulin Response to Glucose 5 Hours Test

Sample type
Multiple timed blood samples (plasma and serum) collected over 5 hours after a glucose load. Specific volumes and tube types are required for each sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 21,000
First-line screen

Islet Cell Antibody Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen

Islet Cell Antibody In Dilutions Test

Sample type
2 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Ketone Body Beta Hydroxybutyrate Serum Test

Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
Same Day Same-day reporting for samples collected by 4 PM.
Price
KSh 3,510
First-line screen

Microalbumin/Albumin 1st Morning Random Urine Test

Sample type
Urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,333
First-line screen

Nterminal Pro B Type Natriuretic Peptide Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen

Nx Gen Sequencing Maturity Onset Diabetes of Young MODY Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
Turnaround
30 Working Days Reports are typically available within 30 working days.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Proinsulin Test

Sample type
Serum
Turnaround
3 Weeks Results are typically available 2 to 3 weeks after sample collection. Sample collection should ideally be done by the 7th of the month.
Price
KSh 44,000
First-line screen

Urine Reducing Substances Test

Sample type
Urine sample. A mid-stream clean catch urine sample is preferred.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 280
First-line screen

Urine Glucose Test

Sample type
Urine sample. A clean-catch midstream urine sample is preferred.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 187
First-line screen

DNAJC3 Gene Ataxia Combined Cerebellar and Peripheral with Hearing Loss and Diabetes Mellitus 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

Diabetes and Obesity Panel 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

UPD Chr 6 Gene 6q24-Related Transient Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 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

AVPR2 Gene Diabetes Insipidus Nephrogenic X-Linked Genetic Test

Sample type
Typically requires a blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

AVP Gene Diabetes Insipidus Neurohypophyseal 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

INS Gene Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 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

HNF1A Gene Diabetes Mellitus Insulin-Dependent Type 20 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, 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

Insulin Resistance and Acanthosis Nigricans Genetic Test

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

GLIS3 Gene Diabetes Mellitus Neonatal Genetic Test

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

ABCC8 Gene Diabetes Mellitus Noninsulin-Dependent Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

AKT2 Gene Diabetes Mellitus Noninsulin-Dependent Genetic Test

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

KCNJ11 Gene Diabetes Mellitus Noninsulin-Dependent 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. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

ABCC8 Gene Diabetes Mellitus Permanent Neonatal Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

ABCC8 Gene Diabetes Mellitus Transient Neonatal Type 2 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
First-line screen

IGF2 Gene Diabetes IGF2 Related Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 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
First-line screen

HFE Gene Hemochromatosis Classical Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm 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

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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