Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
GPR161 Gene Pituitary Stalk Interruption Syndrome GPR161 Related 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
GPR101 Gene Acromegaly Predisposition Due to Germline GPR101 Mutation 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
AR Gene Androgen Insensitivity 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
AR Gene Androgen Insensitivity Partial With Or Without Breast Cancer 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
SHBG Gene Androgen-Binding Protein Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
AQP2 Gene Diabetes Insipidus Nephrogenic Autosomal Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
ESR1 Gene Estrogen Resistance Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GH1 Gene Growth Hormone Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
GHRHR Gene Growth Hormone Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
STAT5B Gene Growth Hormone Insensitivity with Immunodeficiency 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
SOX3 Gene Panhypopituitarism Xlinked Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
LHX3 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Combined Type 3 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
LHX4 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Combined Type 4 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
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 specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GHR Gene Growth Hormone Insensitivity Partial Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
IGF1 Gene Growth Retardation with Deafness and Mental Retardation due to IGF1 Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
POU1F1 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
PROP1 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Type 2 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
HESX1 Gene Septooptic Dysplasia 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
AIP Gene Pituitary Adenoma ACTH-Secreting Due to AIP Germline Mutation Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
AIP Gene Pituitary Adenoma Growth Hormone-Secreting Due to AIP Germline Mutation Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
AIP Gene Pituitary Adenoma Prolactin-Secreting Due to AIP Germline Mutation Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample (typically 5-10ml) collected in an EDTA tube.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Biopsy Breast Modified Radical Mastectomy ER PR HER2 Neu
First-line screen
Tissue sample from the modified radical mastectomy.
Timing on request
KSh 16,500
IHC ERPR
First-line screen
Tissue sample (biopsy or surgical specimen) from the breast tumor.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
GPR161 Gene Pituitary Stalk Interruption Syndrome GPR161 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
GPR101 Gene Acromegaly Predisposition Due to Germline GPR101 Mutation 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
AR Gene Androgen Insensitivity 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
AR Gene Androgen Insensitivity Partial With Or Without Breast Cancer 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
SHBG Gene Androgen-Binding Protein Deficiency 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
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 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ESR1 Gene Estrogen Resistance 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
GH1 Gene Growth Hormone Deficiency Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GHRHR Gene Growth Hormone Deficiency 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
STAT5B Gene Growth Hormone Insensitivity with Immunodeficiency 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
SOX3 Gene Panhypopituitarism Xlinked Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. 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
LHX3 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Combined Type 3 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
LHX4 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Combined Type 4 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
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 specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GHR Gene Growth Hormone Insensitivity Partial 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
IGF1 Gene Growth Retardation with Deafness and Mental Retardation due to IGF1 Deficiency Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
POU1F1 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, 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
PROP1 Gene Pituitary Hormone Deficiency Type 2 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
HESX1 Gene Septooptic Dysplasia 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
AIP Gene Pituitary Adenoma ACTH-Secreting Due to AIP Germline Mutation 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
AIP Gene Pituitary Adenoma Growth Hormone-Secreting Due to AIP Germline Mutation Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
AIP Gene Pituitary Adenoma Prolactin-Secreting Due to AIP Germline Mutation Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample (typically 5-10ml) collected in an EDTA tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Biopsy Breast Modified Radical Mastectomy ER PR HER2 Neu
Sample type
Tissue sample from the modified radical mastectomy.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,500
First-line screen
IHC ERPR
Sample type
Tissue sample (biopsy or surgical specimen) from the breast tumor.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
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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