Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Uric Acid Random Urine Test
First-line screen
Random urine sample.
Timing on request
KSh 585
Urine Examination Routine Urine Re Test
First-line screen
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of preferably first morning urine collected in a sterile, screw-capped container. Refrigerate the sample.
See timing detailsDaily.
KSh 257
Cox10 Gene Encephalopathy Mitochondrial with Proximal Renal Tubulopathy Due to Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SCARB2 Gene Epilepsy Progressive Myoclonic Type 4 with or without Renal Failure 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
NR0B1 Gene Adrenal Hypoplasia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
GRHPR Gene Hyperoxaluria Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SARS2 Gene Hyperuricemia Pulmonary Hypertension Renal Failure and Alkalosis 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
SLC22A12 Gene Hypouricemia Renal Type 1 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
COL4A3 Gene Alport Syndrome Autosomal Recessive Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Nephrology Panel 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
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Panel Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SLC12A2 Gene Bartter Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC12A7 Gene Bartter Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card. 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
SLC12A1 Gene Bartter Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
CLCNKA Gene Bartter Syndrome Type 4b 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
SLC7A9 Gene Cystinuria 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
SLC34A1 Gene Fanconi Renotubular Syndrome Type 2 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
INF2 Gene Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis Type 5 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
PAX2 Gene Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis Type 7 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
UMOD Gene Glomerulocystic Kidney Disease with Hyperuricemia and Isosthenuria 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
UMOD Gene Hyperuricemic Nephropathy Familial Juvenile Type 1 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
CASR Gene Hypocalcemia Autosomal Dominant with Bartter Syndrome 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
SCNN1B Gene Liddle Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in a specific tube), Extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Star Gene Lipoid Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia 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
CLCN5 Gene Nephrolithiasis Type 1 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
DCDC2 Gene Nephronophthisis Type 19 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
NPHP4 Gene Nephronophthisis Type 4 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
NEK8 Gene Nephronophthisis Type 9 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
PRKAR1A Gene Pigmented Nodular Adrenocortical Disease Type 1 Primary Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC26A1 Gene Renal Dysfunction Due to SLC26A1 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
First-line screen
Uric Acid Random Urine Test
Sample type
Random urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 585
First-line screen
Urine Examination Routine Urine Re Test
Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of preferably first morning urine collected in a sterile, screw-capped container. Refrigerate the sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsDaily.
Price
KSh 257
First-line screen
Cox10 Gene Encephalopathy Mitochondrial with Proximal Renal Tubulopathy Due to Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency 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
SCARB2 Gene Epilepsy Progressive Myoclonic Type 4 with or without Renal Failure 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
NR0B1 Gene Adrenal Hypoplasia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GRHPR Gene Hyperoxaluria Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SARS2 Gene Hyperuricemia Pulmonary Hypertension Renal Failure and Alkalosis 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
SLC22A12 Gene Hypouricemia Renal Type 1 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
COL4A3 Gene Alport Syndrome Autosomal Recessive Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Nephrology Panel 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
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Panel 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
SLC12A2 Gene Bartter Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC12A7 Gene Bartter Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card. 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
SLC12A1 Gene Bartter Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CLCNKA Gene Bartter Syndrome Type 4b 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
SLC7A9 Gene Cystinuria 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
SLC34A1 Gene Fanconi Renotubular Syndrome Type 2 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
INF2 Gene Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis Type 5 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
PAX2 Gene Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis Type 7 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
UMOD Gene Glomerulocystic Kidney Disease with Hyperuricemia and Isosthenuria 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
UMOD Gene Hyperuricemic Nephropathy Familial Juvenile 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
CASR Gene Hypocalcemia Autosomal Dominant with Bartter Syndrome 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
SCNN1B Gene Liddle Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in a specific tube), Extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Star Gene Lipoid Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia 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
CLCN5 Gene Nephrolithiasis Type 1 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
DCDC2 Gene Nephronophthisis Type 19 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
NPHP4 Gene Nephronophthisis Type 4 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
NEK8 Gene Nephronophthisis Type 9 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
PRKAR1A Gene Pigmented Nodular Adrenocortical Disease Type 1 Primary Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC26A1 Gene Renal Dysfunction Due to SLC26A1 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
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.
Book a genetic test
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