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Sickle Cell Disease Testing

HbS/Sickle Solubility & Gene Panels

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8 tests

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Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name	Test role	Sample type	Turnaround	Price
Hemoglobinopathy Newborn Screen Test	First-line screen	1 drop of heel prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper. Filter paper available from the laboratory. Sample must be shipped refrigerated or frozen.	See timing details Report typically available the next day if the sample is collected on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM.	KSh 1,872
Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Anti HBs Test	First-line screen	Blood sample (serum or plasma).	Timing on request	KSh 1,684
Sickle Cell Anemia Mutation Detection Test	First-line screen	4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.	See timing details Reports are typically available by Friday for samples collected by Monday at 11 am.	KSh 9,000
Sickle Cell Anemia Trio Prenatal Mutation Detection Test	First-line screen	4 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in a lavender top (EDTA) tube from both parents, and 10 mL (5 mL min.) of amniotic fluid in a sterile screw-capped container.	Timing on request	KSh 26,000
Sickling Screening Test	First-line screen	2 mL (1 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.	See timing details Results are typically available the next day if the sample is collected by 9 am.	KSh 374
HBB Gene Sickle Cell Anemia Genetic Test	First-line screen	Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.	4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.	KSh 40,000
Sickle Cell Disease Mutation Screening	First-line screen	Peripheral blood collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2 ml).	3–4 Days	KSh 10,500
Sickle Cell Mutation Screening Prenatal	First-line screen	Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi, or Cord blood.	Timing on request	KSh 12,000

First-line screen

Hemoglobinopathy Newborn Screen Test

Sample type: 1 drop of heel prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper. Filter paper available from the laboratory. Sample must be shipped refrigerated or frozen.
Turnaround: See timing details Report typically available the next day if the sample is collected on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM.
Price: KSh 1,872

First-line screen

Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Anti HBs Test

Sample type: Blood sample (serum or plasma).
Turnaround: Timing on request
Price: KSh 1,684

First-line screen

Sickle Cell Anemia Mutation Detection Test

Sample type: 4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround: See timing details Reports are typically available by Friday for samples collected by Monday at 11 am.
Price: KSh 9,000

First-line screen

Sickle Cell Anemia Trio Prenatal Mutation Detection Test

Sample type: 4 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in a lavender top (EDTA) tube from both parents, and 10 mL (5 mL min.) of amniotic fluid in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround: Timing on request
Price: KSh 26,000

First-line screen

Sickling Screening Test

Sample type: 2 mL (1 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround: See timing details Results are typically available the next day if the sample is collected by 9 am.
Price: KSh 374

First-line screen

HBB Gene Sickle Cell Anemia Genetic Test

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

First-line screen

Sickle Cell Disease Mutation Screening

Sample type: Peripheral blood collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2 ml).
Turnaround: 3–4 Days
Price: KSh 10,500

First-line screen

Sickle Cell Mutation Screening Prenatal

Sample type: Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi, or Cord blood.
Turnaround: Timing on request
Price: KSh 12,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Sickle Cell Disease 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 Sickle Cell Disease Testing?

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.

Sickle Cell Disease Testing

8 tests

Hemoglobinopathy Newborn Screen Test

Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Anti HBs Test

Sickle Cell Anemia Mutation Detection Test

Sickle Cell Anemia Trio Prenatal Mutation Detection Test

Sickling Screening Test

HBB Gene Sickle Cell Anemia Genetic Test

Sickle Cell Disease Mutation Screening

Sickle Cell Mutation Screening Prenatal

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Choosing a test

Before sample collection

Questions before booking

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