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Kidney Function & Renal Panels

Creatinine/Urea/Cystatin C/eGFR Panels

Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.

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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

109 tests

All diagnostic topics
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Immunohistochemistry Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor EGFR Test

Sample type
Tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
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Kidney Panel Extended Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 3,510
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Kidney Panel KFT Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,872
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Kidney Stone Formation Therapeutic Monitoring Panel Test

Sample type
Two 24-hour urine collections are required: one non-acidified and one acidified with hydrochloric acid (HCl). Minimum volume of 30 mL per aliquot, 50 mL preferred.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,000
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Liquid Biopsy cfDNA EGFR Test

Sample type
10 mL whole blood collected in a Streck tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 41,600
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Microalbumin/Albumin Creatinine Ratio Urine Test

Sample type
A 15 mL (minimum 10 mL) aliquot of first morning or random urine collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,333
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Microalbumin Albumin 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection. A specific container will be provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,333
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Microalbumin/Albumin 1st Morning Random Urine Test

Sample type
Urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,333
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Oncopro Egfr Arms Pcr Test

Sample type
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block containing tumor tissue.
Turnaround
4 Working Days Report available in 4 working days, provided the sample is submitted by Monday 11 am.
Price
KSh 22,230
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Oncopro EGFR Rapid Test

Sample type
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block containing at least 10% tumor tissue.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available on the next working day, provided the sample is submitted by 11 AM daily.
Price
KSh 35,100
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Osmolality Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube. Serum must be separated within 1 hour of collection.
Turnaround
Same Day Same day reporting if the sample is received by 3 pm.
Price
KSh 1,614
First-line screen

Osmolality Urine Test

Sample type
A minimum of 3 mL (5 mL preferred) of random urine.
Turnaround
Same Day Same-day reporting if the sample is submitted by 3 PM.
Price
KSh 1,614
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Osmolality Urine Serum Ratio Test

Sample type
Serum: 2 mL (1.5 mL minimum) from a Serum Separator Tube (SST). Urine: 5 mL (3 mL minimum) random urine sample. Do not use preservatives.
Turnaround
Same Day Results are typically available the same day if the sample is collected by 3 PM.
Price
KSh 2,901
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Oxalate Test

Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Results are typically available 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
Price
KSh 23,400
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Phosphorus Random Urine Test

Sample type
A random urine sample is required. Please collect urine in a clean container provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
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Phosphorus Serum Test

Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 374
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Plasma Renin Direct Test

Sample type
Plasma sample (collected in a specific tube, usually EDTA or heparinized). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,000
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Protein Creatinine Ratio Urine Test

Sample type
A single, clean-catch urine sample is required.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 1,053
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Protein Total 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection. A special container will be provided.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen

Protein Total Random Urine Test

Sample type
Random urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
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Specific Gravity Urine Test

Sample type
Urine sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available within one day. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 257
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Steroid Panel for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia CAH Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top tube (No Additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 11,000
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Urea Nitrogen 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection. A specific volume (e.g., 10 mL minimum) is required.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen

Urea Nitrogen Random Urine Test

Sample type
Random urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
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Urea Cycle Disorder Panel Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) random urine in a sterile screw-capped container. 2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube, transferred into a sterile screw-capped vial.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
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Urea 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection. Minimum 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen

Urea Random Urine Test

Sample type
Random urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 444
First-line screen

Urea Fluid Test

Sample type
2 mL (minimum 1 mL) body fluid sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 280
First-line screen

Urea Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 304
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Uric Acid 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Kidney Function & Renal Panels 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 Kidney Function & Renal Panels?

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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