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Mitochondrial & Oxidative Phosphorylation Disorders

mtDNA Depletion/Complex Deficiency Panels

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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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192 tests

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First-line screen

SDHA Gene Mitochondrial Respiratory Chain Complex II 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

TIMM21 Gene Mitochondrial Respiratory Chain Disease TIMM21 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

ECHS1 Gene Mitochondrial Short-Chain Enoyl-CoA Hydratase 1 Deficiency Genetic Test

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

NFU1 Gene Multiple Mitochondrial Dysfunctions Syndrome 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

BOLA3 Gene Multiple Mitochondrial Dysfunctions Syndrome Type 2 Genetic Test

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

Iba57 Gene Multiple Mitochondrial Dysfunctions Syndrome Type 3 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

ISCA2 Gene Multiple Mitochondrial Dysfunctions Syndrome Type 4 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

GFER Gene Myopathy Mitochondrial Progressive with Congenital Cataract Hearing Loss and Developmental Delay 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
First-line screen

MTTV Gene Neonatal Death Due Leigh Syndrome MTTV Related 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

POLG Gene Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia with Mitochondrial Deletions Type 1 Autosomal Dominant Genetic Test

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

SLC25A4 Gene Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia with Mitochondrial Deletions Type 2 Autosomal Dominant 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

RNASEH1 Gene Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia with Mitochondrial Deletions Type 2 Autosomal Recessive 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.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TWNK Gene Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia With Mitochondrial Deletions Type 3 Autosomal Dominant 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

POLG2 Gene Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia with Mitochondrial Deletions Type 4 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

RRM2B Gene Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia with Mitochondrial Deletions Type 5 Autosomal Dominant 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

PC Gene Pyruvate Carboxylase 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

Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an 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

COQ6 Gene Coenzyme Q10 Deficiency Type 6 Genetic Test

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

COQ4 Gene Coenzyme Q10 Deficiency Type 7 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an 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

GFM1 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 1 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

MTO1 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 10 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

RMND1 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 11 Genetic Test

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

EARS2 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 12 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

PNPT1 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 13 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

FARS2 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 14 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

Mtfmt Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 15 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

MRPL44 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 16 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

ELAC2 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 17 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

SFXN4 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 18 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

LYRM4 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 19 Genetic Test

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

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Mitochondrial & Oxidative Phosphorylation 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 Mitochondrial & Oxidative Phosphorylation 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.

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