Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Immunohistochemistry Prolactin Test
First-line screen
Tumor tissue submitted in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block. A copy of the Histopathology report, site of biopsy, and clinical history must be provided.
Timing on request
KSh 6,000
Immunohistochemistry Estrogen Receptor ER Test
First-line screen
Tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block.
5 DaysSample Daily by 6 pm; Report Block: 5 days. Tissue Biopsy: 5 days. Tissue Large Complex: 7 days.
KSh 3,416
Immunohistochemistry Pituitary Adenoma Panel Test
First-line screen
Tumor tissue sample (biopsy).
Timing on request
KSh 18,000
Immunohistochemistry Progesterone Receptor PR Test
First-line screen
Tumor tissue in 10% formal-saline or formalin-fixed paraffin embedded block.
5 DaysSample Daily by 6 PM. Report Block: 5 days. Tissue Biopsy: 5 days. Tissue Large Complex: 7 days.
KSh 3,416
Infertility Screening Panel Females Test
First-line screen
Blood sample.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 6,000
LH Testosterone Total Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum).
Timing on request
KSh 2,644
Macroprolactin Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
2–3 WeeksApproximately 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
KSh 56,000
Maternal Serum Screen 3 Triple Test
First-line screen
Maternal blood sample.
Timing on request
KSh 6,318
Menopausal Screening Panel Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Same DayResults are typically available the same day if the sample is received by 9 am.
KSh 9,000
Newborn Screening Panel 4 Test
First-line screen
One drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday to Friday.
KSh 2,340
Newborn Screening Panel Basic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day.
KSh 3,276
Preeclampsia Predictor sFLT1/PIGF Ratio Panel Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube.
Same DaySample accepted on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday by 9 am; Report available the same day.
KSh 9,000
Progesterone Serum Test
First-line screen
Serum (blood sample)
Timing on request
KSh 1,287
Prolactin Serum Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 1,287
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin SHBG Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum).
Timing on request
KSh 5,499
Steroid Panel 2 9 Steroids Test
First-line screen
Serum
Timing on request
KSh 10,000
Steroid Androgen Profile for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Timing on request
KSh 9,000
Testosterone Free Test
First-line screen
3 mL of serum collected in an SST tube.
Same DaySame-day results if the sample is submitted by 11 AM, Monday through Saturday.
KSh 4,329
Testosterone Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Test
First-line screen
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day if the sample is submitted on Monday or Thursday by 9 AM.
KSh 9,360
Testosterone Free Bioavailable Total Test
First-line screen
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from one Red Top tube (No Additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. A completed Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is required.
2–3 WeeksSample received by the 7th of the month; report available after 2-3 weeks.
KSh 54,000
Testosterone Panel Total Free Test
First-line screen
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Same DayReport available same day if the sample is received by 9 am, Monday through Saturday.
KSh 5,662
Testosterone Stimulation by HCG Test
First-line screen
Two serum samples (2 mL each, 1 mL minimum) collected in SST tubes. Samples must be clearly marked with the date and time of collection.
See timing detailsDaily.
KSh 2,948
Testosterone Total Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (Serum)
Timing on request
KSh 1,474
Testosterone Total Ultrasensitive Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
See timing detailsSample Mon / Thu by 9 am; Report Wed / Sat.
KSh 8,000
IARS2 Gene Cataracts, Growth Hormone Deficiency, Sensory Neuropathy, Sensorineural Hearing Loss and Skeletal Dysplasia 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
Sox3 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked with Isolated Growth Hormone Deficiency 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
AVPR2 Gene Diabetes Insipidus Nephrogenic X-Linked Genetic Test
First-line screen
Typically requires a blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
AVP Gene Diabetes Insipidus Neurohypophyseal 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
IGF2 Gene Diabetes IGF2 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop Blood on FTA Card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
IGF1R Gene Insulinlike Growth Factor Resistance 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
First-line screen
Immunohistochemistry Prolactin Test
Sample type
Tumor tissue submitted in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block. A copy of the Histopathology report, site of biopsy, and clinical history must be provided.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen
Immunohistochemistry Estrogen Receptor ER Test
Sample type
Tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block.
Turnaround
5 DaysSample Daily by 6 pm; Report Block: 5 days. Tissue Biopsy: 5 days. Tissue Large Complex: 7 days.
Price
KSh 3,416
First-line screen
Immunohistochemistry Pituitary Adenoma Panel Test
Sample type
Tumor tissue sample (biopsy).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 18,000
First-line screen
Immunohistochemistry Progesterone Receptor PR Test
Sample type
Tumor tissue in 10% formal-saline or formalin-fixed paraffin embedded block.
Turnaround
5 DaysSample Daily by 6 PM. Report Block: 5 days. Tissue Biopsy: 5 days. Tissue Large Complex: 7 days.
Price
KSh 3,416
First-line screen
Infertility Screening Panel Females Test
Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen
LH Testosterone Total Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,644
First-line screen
Macroprolactin Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksApproximately 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
Price
KSh 56,000
First-line screen
Maternal Serum Screen 3 Triple Test
Sample type
Maternal blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,318
First-line screen
Menopausal Screening Panel Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available the same day if the sample is received by 9 am.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Newborn Screening Panel 4 Test
Sample type
One drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday to Friday.
Price
KSh 2,340
First-line screen
Newborn Screening Panel Basic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 3,276
First-line screen
Preeclampsia Predictor sFLT1/PIGF Ratio Panel Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube.
Turnaround
Same DaySample accepted on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday by 9 am; Report available the same day.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Progesterone Serum Test
Sample type
Serum (blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,287
First-line screen
Prolactin Serum Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 1,287
First-line screen
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin SHBG Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 5,499
First-line screen
Steroid Panel 2 9 Steroids Test
Sample type
Serum
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen
Steroid Androgen Profile for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Testosterone Free Test
Sample type
3 mL of serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Same DaySame-day results if the sample is submitted by 11 AM, Monday through Saturday.
Price
KSh 4,329
First-line screen
Testosterone Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Test
Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day if the sample is submitted on Monday or Thursday by 9 AM.
Price
KSh 9,360
First-line screen
Testosterone Free Bioavailable Total Test
Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from one Red Top tube (No Additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. A completed Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is required.
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksSample received by the 7th of the month; report available after 2-3 weeks.
Price
KSh 54,000
First-line screen
Testosterone Panel Total Free Test
Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Same DayReport available same day if the sample is received by 9 am, Monday through Saturday.
Price
KSh 5,662
First-line screen
Testosterone Stimulation by HCG Test
Sample type
Two serum samples (2 mL each, 1 mL minimum) collected in SST tubes. Samples must be clearly marked with the date and time of collection.
Turnaround
See timing detailsDaily.
Price
KSh 2,948
First-line screen
Testosterone Total Test
Sample type
Blood sample (Serum)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,474
First-line screen
Testosterone Total Ultrasensitive Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
See timing detailsSample Mon / Thu by 9 am; Report Wed / Sat.
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
IARS2 Gene Cataracts, Growth Hormone Deficiency, Sensory Neuropathy, Sensorineural Hearing Loss and Skeletal Dysplasia 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
Sox3 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked with Isolated Growth Hormone Deficiency 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
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
IGF2 Gene Diabetes IGF2 Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
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 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Pituitary & Growth Hormone 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 Pituitary & Growth Hormone 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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