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Diabetes Diagnosis & Monitoring

HbA1c/Glucose/Insulin/C-Peptide Panels

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  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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122 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

G6PC2 Gene Hyperinsulinaemia Association with G6PC2 Related 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

ABCC8 Gene Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia 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

KCNJ11 Gene Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia Type 2 Genetic Test

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

GCK Gene Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia Type 3 Genetic Test

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

GLUD1 Gene Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia Type 6 Genetic Test

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

SLC16A1 Gene Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia Type 7 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

UCP2 Gene Hyperinsulinism UCP2 Related 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

ABCC8 Gene Hypoglycemia of Infancy Leucine-Sensitive 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

AKT2 Gene Hypoinsulinemic Hypoglycemia with Hemihypertrophy 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

IGF1R Gene Insulinlike Growth Factor Resistance 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

HNF4A Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young 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

INS Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 10 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

BLK Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 11 Genetic Test

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

GCK Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 2 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

HNF1A Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 3 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or dried blood spot on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Pdx1 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 4 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

HNF1B Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 5 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

NeuroD1 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 6 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

KLF11 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 7 Genetic Test

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

CEL Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 8 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

PAX4 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young Type 9 Genetic Test

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

NKX22 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young NKX22 Related 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

RFX6 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young RFX6 Related Genetic Test

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

ZFP57 Gene Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young ZFP57 Related 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

VEGFA Gene Microvascular Complications of Diabetes Type 1 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

SOD2 Gene Microvascular Complications of Diabetes Type 6 Susceptibility to Genetic Test

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

AQP2 Gene Diabetes Insipidus Nephrogenic Autosomal Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DCAF17 Gene Hypogonadism Alopecia Diabetes Mellitus Mental Retardation and Extrapyramidal Syndrome Genetic Test

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

IER3IP1 Gene Microcephaly with Epilepsy and Diabetes Syndrome Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific volume and collection tube 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

GFM2 Gene Microcephaly with Simplified Gyral Pattern and Insulin-Dependent Diabetes 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

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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