Carnitine Serum Test
- Sample type
- Serum sample.
- Turnaround
- 2 Days Typically 2 days.
- Price
- KSh 11,000
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Fatty Acid Oxidation & Carnitine Disorders
MCAD/CPT/ACAD Gene 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
- Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
- Nationwide & Home Sample Collection
Test comparison
12 tests
IMD Panel Extended Test
- Sample type
- 1 drop of heel/finger prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper (available from LPL). 2 mL serum (1 mL minimum) from an SST tube. 2 mL plasma (1 mL minimum) from a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube. 15 mL random urine (10 mL minimum) in a sterile screw-capped container without preservative.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available three days after sample collection.
- Price
- KSh 26,000
Imd Panel Quantitative Blood Test
- Sample type
- Three spots of heel prick blood on filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 14,000
HADH Gene 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase 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
SLC22A5 Gene Carnitine 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
CPT1A Gene Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
CPT1B Gene Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1B Deficiency Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (collected in a specific tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
CPT2 Gene Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 2 Deficiency Infantile 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
CPT2 Gene Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 2 Deficiency Lethal Neonatal Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume and collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
SLC25A20 Gene Carnitine-Acylcarnitine Translocase Deficiency 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
ACADL Gene LCAD Deficiency 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 the exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
HADHA Gene Long-Chain 3-Hydroxyacyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Fatty Acid Oxidation & Carnitine 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 Fatty Acid Oxidation & Carnitine 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.