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Liver Function & Hepatic Panels

LFT/Bilirubin/ALT/AST/GGT Panels

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  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

53 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Albumin IgG CSF Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Albumin Csf Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid collected in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 3,042
First-line screen

Albumin Fluid Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of body fluid collected in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available within a day.
Price
KSh 280
First-line screen

Albumin Serum Test

Sample type
Blood sample (Serum)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 304
First-line screen

Alkaline Phosphatase ALP Isoenzymes Test

Sample type
Serum (Blood sample). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,000
First-line screen

Alpha1acid Glycoprotein Test

Sample type
2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from a Red Top (No Additive) tube. Avoid SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Quantitation (AAT) Test

Sample type
Serum sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen

Alpha1 Antitrypsin AAT Phenotype Test

Sample type
2 mL (0.5 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top tube (No Additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Sample by 7th of the month; Report after 2-3 weeks.
Price
KSh 36,000
First-line screen

Analyzer 26 SMA 26 Test Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen

Anti Soluble Liver Antigen SLA Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube.
Turnaround
Same Day Same-day results for samples received by 9 AM.
Price
KSh 3,042
First-line screen

Arginase Test

Sample type
4 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen

Autoimmune Hepatitis Panel Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Reports are typically available the next day if samples are collected by 11 am.
Price
KSh 16,000
First-line screen

Autoimmune Liver Diseases Profile IgG Test

Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Bile Acids Total Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,510
First-line screen

Bilirubin Direct Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available daily.
Price
KSh 327
First-line screen

Bilirubin Fluid Test

Sample type
Bodily fluid sample (Confirm with the laboratory before booking).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 608
First-line screen

Bilirubin Total Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 327
First-line screen

Bilirubin Total Direct Indirect Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available within one day.
Price
KSh 608
First-line screen

Ceruloplasmin Test

Sample type
2 mL (minimum 0.5 mL) serum, preferably collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,574
First-line screen

Executive Officers Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

FIB4 Index Test

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

GGT Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase Test

Sample type
Blood sample (serum)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 608
First-line screen

Hepatitis B Monitoring Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Reports are typically available within a few days after sample submission. Confirm specific turnaround times with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Monitoring Panel Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube; 3 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes; 3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 SST.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 22,000
First-line screen

Hepatocellular Carcinoma HCC Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 11,000
First-line screen

Immunohistochemistry Arginase1 Test

Sample type
Tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block.
Turnaround
5–7 Days
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Liver Kidney Panel Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,510
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

Liver Kidney Microsomal LKM Antibody IFA Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,744
First-line screen

Liver Kidney Microsomal LKM Antibody in Dilutions IFA Test

Sample type
Serum
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Liver Function & Hepatic 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 Liver Function & Hepatic 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.

Quick factsheet

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