Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
IMD Panel Extended Test
First-line screen
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.
See timing detailsResults are typically available three days after sample collection.
KSh 26,000
Methylmalonic Acid Qualitative Urine Test
First-line screen
First morning urine sample, minimum 5 ml, maximum 10 ml.
Timing on request
KSh 585
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Serum Test
First-line screen
Serum sample.
Timing on request
KSh 7,000
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Urine Test
First-line screen
10 ml (5 ml minimum) first morning urine sample.
See timing detailsResults for samples submitted by Friday 6 PM are typically available by Saturday.
KSh 7,000
Organic Acids Urine Test
First-line screen
15 mL (10 mL minimum) random urine sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container without preservative.
Timing on request
KSh 14,000
SUCLG1 Gene Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome Encephalomyopathic Type with Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
AUH Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
OPA3 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
DNAJC19 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 5 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CLPB Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 7 with Cataracts Neurologic Involvement and Neutropenia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
SLC25A1 Gene Combined D2 and L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ACSF3 Gene Combined Malonic and Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
D2HGDH Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
IDH2 Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GCDH Gene Glutaric Acidemia Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ETFDH Gene Glutaric Acidemia Type 2C Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
SUGCT Gene Glutaric Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Ivd Gene Isovaleric Acidemia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
L2HGDH Gene L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MMAA Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblA Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MMAB Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblB Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. A dried blood spot on an FTA card may also be acceptable. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
MMACHC Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblC Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Typically, 3-5 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA tube (purple top). Confirm specific volume and tube type with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MMADHC Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblD Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
LMBRD1 Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblF Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
ABCD4 Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblJ Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
CD320 Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblR Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MMUT Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria Due to Methylmalonyl-CoA Mutase Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
PCCA Gene Propionic Acidemia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
PCCB Gene Propionic Acidemia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
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 detailsResults are typically available three days after sample collection.
Price
KSh 26,000
First-line screen
Methylmalonic Acid Qualitative Urine Test
Sample type
First morning urine sample, minimum 5 ml, maximum 10 ml.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Serum Test
Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Methylmalonic Acid Quantitative Urine Test
Sample type
10 ml (5 ml minimum) first morning urine sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults for samples submitted by Friday 6 PM are typically available by Saturday.
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Organic Acids Urine Test
Sample type
15 mL (10 mL minimum) random urine sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container without preservative.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,000
First-line screen
SUCLG1 Gene Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome Encephalomyopathic Type with Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
AUH Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 1 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
OPA3 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DNAJC19 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 5 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
CLPB Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria Type 7 with Cataracts Neurologic Involvement and Neutropenia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
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 detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC25A1 Gene Combined D2 and L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria 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
ACSF3 Gene Combined Malonic and Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
D2HGDH Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
IDH2 Gene D2hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Type 2 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
GCDH Gene Glutaric Acidemia Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ETFDH Gene Glutaric Acidemia Type 2C Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SUGCT Gene Glutaric Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Ivd Gene Isovaleric Acidemia 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
L2HGDH Gene L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MMAA Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblA Type Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MMAB Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblB Type Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. A dried blood spot on an FTA card may also be acceptable. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MMACHC Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblC Type Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Typically, 3-5 mL of whole blood collected in an EDTA tube (purple top). Confirm specific volume and tube type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MMADHC Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblD Type Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
LMBRD1 Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblF Type Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ABCD4 Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblJ Type Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CD320 Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblR Type 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
MMUT Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria Due to Methylmalonyl-CoA Mutase Deficiency Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
PCCA Gene Propionic Acidemia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
PCCB Gene Propionic Acidemia 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 Organic Acidemias (Methylmalonic & Propionic) 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 Organic Acidemias (Methylmalonic & Propionic)?+
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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