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
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Autoimmune Encephalitis & Multiple Sclerosis
NMDA/MOG/AQP4/Oligoclonal Band Panels
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30 tests
Anti NMDA Receptor Antiglutamate Antibody CSF Test
- Sample type
- 1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Sample must be received by Tuesday or Friday by 9 AM for same-day reporting.
- Price
- KSh 17,000
Anti NMDA Receptor Antiglutamate Antibody Serum Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Results may be available on the same day if samples are collected on Tuesday or Friday by 9 AM. Confirm current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 17,000
Anti NMO Neuromyelitis Optica Panel CSF Test
- Sample type
- 1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) CSF in a sterile screw-capped container. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 18,000
Anti NMO Neuromyelitis Optica Panel Serum Test
- Sample type
- Serum (Blood sample)
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 18,000
Antimog Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein CSF Test
- Sample type
- 1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collected in a sterile screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Report typically available the same day if the sample is collected by 9 AM on Tuesday or Friday.
- Price
- KSh 18,000
Antimog Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Serum Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL of serum from 1 SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Samples collected on Tuesday and Friday by 9 AM typically have reports available on the same day.
- Price
- KSh 18,000
Anti-NMO Neuromyelitis Optica Antibody Aquaporin 4 Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube OR 1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collected in a sterile screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 13,000
Auto Immune Encephalitis Panel Serum CSF Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (0.5 mL min) serum from 1 SST tube and 1 mL (0.5 mL min) CSF in a sterile screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Results are typically available the same day if samples are collected by 9 am on Tuesday or Friday.
- Price
- KSh 90,000
Autoimmune Encephalitis Panel CSF Test
- Sample type
- 1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in a sterile, screw-capped container. Sample should be shipped refrigerated or frozen.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Sample must be submitted by Tuesday or Friday by 9 AM for same-day reporting.
- Price
- KSh 48,000
Ganglioside GD1a Antibody IgG Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
- Turnaround
- 3 Weeks Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking. Samples submitted by the 7th of the month typically have results available within 2 to 3 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 26,000
Ganglioside GD1a Antibody IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- 2–3 Weeks Report available 2-3 weeks after sample receipt (sample should be received by the 7th of the month). Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 26,000
Ganglioside GD1b Antibody IgG Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube. Ship refrigerated or frozen. A completed Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is required.
- Turnaround
- 2–3 Weeks Sample received by the 7th of the month; report available after 2-3 weeks. Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 26,000
Ganglioside GD1b Antibody IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (minimum 1 mL) serum collected in one SST tube.
- Turnaround
- 3 Weeks Results are typically available within 2 to 3 weeks after sample collection.
- Price
- KSh 22,000
Ganglioside GQ1B Antibody IgG Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- 3 Weeks Approximately 2 to 3 weeks after sample collection.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
Ganglioside Antibody Profile IgG Test
- Sample type
- Minimum 1 mL serum from 1 SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Samples collected by Tuesday 9 AM may yield same-day reports.
- Price
- KSh 11,000
Ganglioside Antibody Profile IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Report available the same day if the sample is collected by Tuesday 9 am.
- Price
- KSh 11,000
Ganglioside GM1 Antibodies IgG IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from one Serum Separator Tube (SST).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 64,000
Interferon Beta IgG MAID Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL serum (1 mL minimum) collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 44,000
Multiple Sclerosis Panel 1 Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (3 mL min.) CSF in a sterile screw-capped container and 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Please ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. Ideally, serum and CSF should be tested simultaneously. Strictly adhere to CSF specimen volumes.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day after sample collection.
- Price
- KSh 18,000
Multiple Sclerosis Panel 2 Test
- Sample type
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and Serum. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 36,000
Myelin Basic Protein MBP Test
- Sample type
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Minimum volume: 1 mL, preferred volume: 2 mL. Sample must be collected in a sterile, screw-capped container. Do not centrifuge the sample. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
- Turnaround
- 3 Weeks Results are typically available within 2 to 3 weeks after sample collection, but this may vary.
- Price
- KSh 20,000
Myelin Associated Glycoprotein MAG IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL serum (1 mL minimum) in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- 2–3 Weeks Typically 2-3 weeks following sample collection.
- Price
- KSh 30,000
Myelin Associated Glycoprotein Sulfated Glucuronic Paragloboside Autoantibody MAGSGPG IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- 2–3 Weeks Results are typically available 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
- Price
- KSh 28,000
Neuronal Paraneoplastic Autoantibodies Profile Advanced Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Same-day reporting is available if the sample is collected by 9 AM, Monday through Saturday.
- Price
- KSh 30,000
Neuronal Paraneoplastic Autoantibodies Profile Ultra Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 35,000
Neuronal Paraneoplastic Autoantibodies Profile Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Same-day results if the sample is received by 9 am, Monday through Saturday.
- Price
- KSh 24,000
Oligoclonal Bands IgG CSF Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1.5 mL minimum) Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) in a sterile, screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Sample collected daily by 9 am; report available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 12,000
Oligoclonal Bands IgG CSF Serum Test
- Sample type
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF): 2 mL (1.5 mL min.) in a sterile screw-capped container. Serum: 2 mL (1.5 mL min.) from 1 SST, separated within 1 hour of collection.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 14,000
HLA-DRB1*1501 Genotyping Multiple Sclerosis
- Sample type
- Peripheral blood collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2ml).
- Turnaround
- 10 Days Approximately 10 days.
- Price
- KSh 10,500
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Autoimmune Encephalitis & Multiple Sclerosis 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 Autoimmune Encephalitis & Multiple Sclerosis?
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.