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Liver Fibrosis & Cirrhosis Testing

FibroScan/Fibrosis Marker Panels

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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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29 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Cystic Fibrosis Mutation Detection Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube OR 10 mL of amniotic fluid in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 24,000
First-line screen

Cystic Fibrosis Newborn Screen Test

Sample type
A small blood sample obtained via heel prick.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday through Friday.
Price
KSh 1,287
First-line screen

Enhanced Liver Fibrosis ELF Panel Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
See timing details Report typically available the next day if the sample is collected on Monday or Thursday by 4 PM.
Price
KSh 13,000
First-line screen

Fatty Liver Index Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Same Day Reports are typically available on the same day if samples are submitted Monday through Saturday by 9 AM.
Price
KSh 1,170
First-line screen

FIB4 Index Test

Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 936
First-line screen

Liver Fibrosis Panel Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 SST tube and 3 mL whole blood in 1 Blue Top (Sodium Citrate) tube.
Turnaround
Same Day Reports are typically available the same day if samples are collected by 9 am.
Price
KSh 3,861
First-line screen

NAFLD PNPLA3 TM6SF2 Genotyping Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Reports are typically available on Wednesday or Saturday for samples collected on Monday or Thursday by 9 am.
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen

NAFLD Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Fibrosis Score Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST AND 3 mL (1 mL min.) whole blood in 1 lavender top (EDTA).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,106
First-line screen

Newborn Screening Panel 8 Test

Sample type
A drop of heel prick blood collected on three spots of filter paper.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen

Newborn Screening Panel 7 Test

Sample type
Typically a dried blood spot sample collected via a heel prick.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen

P1NP Procollagen Type 1 Amino Terminal Propeptide Total Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Same Day Same-day reporting is available if the sample is received by Monday or Thursday at 11 am.
Price
KSh 3,673
First-line screen

Piiinp Procollagen Type III Amino Terminal Propeptide Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day after sample collection. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 11,000
First-line screen

KIF21A Gene Fibrosis of Extraocular Muscles Congenital Type 1 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

TUBB3 Gene Fibrosis of Extraocular Muscles Congenital Type 3a Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CFTR Gene Cystic Fibrosis Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SLC6A14 Gene Cystic Fibrosis SLC6A14 Related Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SLC30A10 Gene Hypermanganesemia with Dystonia Polycythemia and Cirrhosis Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume and collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SFTPA2 Gene Pulmonary Fibrosis Idiopathic Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

PHOX2A Gene Fibrosis of Extraocular Muscles Congenital Type 2 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Typically 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TERT Gene Pulmonary Fibrosis and/or Bone Marrow Failure Telomere-Related Type 1 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

PARN Gene Pulmonary Fibrosis and Bone Marrow Failure Telomere-Related Type 4 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

SFTPA1 Gene Pulmonary Fibrosis Idiopathic Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

JAK2 Gene Myelofibrosis Somatic Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Cystic Fibrosis Mutation Screening (CFTR - Del 508)

Sample type
Peripheral blood collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2ml).
Turnaround
7–8 Days Results are typically available within 7-8 days.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen

Cystic Fibrosis Mutation Screening CFTR Del 508 Prenatal

Sample type
Amniotic fluid, chorionic villus sample (CVS), or fetal blood sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 21,000
First-line screen

Cystic Fibrosis Mutation Screening CFTR Del 508 G551D R553X G542X

Sample type
Peripheral blood sample collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2ml).
Turnaround
3–4 Days
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen

Cystic Fibrosis CFTR Full Gene Sequence Analysis

Sample type
Peripheral blood, Amniotic fluid, or Chorionic villi sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 60,000
First-line screen

Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacterial Load Test

Sample type
Sputum or throat swab (for cystic fibrosis patients). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working Days Results are typically available within 4 working days. Preliminary results may be available sooner via email or phone.
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen

Pseudomonas Aeruginosa RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Sputum or throat swab (for cystic fibrosis patients), water sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 11,560

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Liver Fibrosis & Cirrhosis Testing 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 Liver Fibrosis & Cirrhosis Testing?

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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