Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Streptomycin Test
- Sample type
- Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 8,000
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Antimicrobial Resistance & Drug Sensitivity Testing
MTB/Bacterial DST Panels
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Test comparison
48 tests
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 19 Drugs Panel Test
- Sample type
- Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 21 Days Approximately 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 60,000
Cultured AFB Drug Resistant Dr Mycobacterium Antitubercular DST Rapid 15 Drugs Panel Test
- Sample type
- Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 42,000
Cultured Mold Antifungal Drug Sensitivity DST Test
- Sample type
- Pure growth of mold on appropriate media in a sterile, screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 30,000
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis First Second Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
- Sample type
- 3 mL (2 mL minimum) of sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, bronchial aspirate, or cultured growth on appropriate media. Sample must be collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available by Friday for samples submitted by 11 AM.
- Price
- KSh 14,040
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis First Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) Sputum / Bronchoalveolar Lavage / Pleural aspirates / Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) / Body fluid OR Cultured growth on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container, placed in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated. Do not freeze.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 6,000
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Second Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
- Sample type
- 3 mL (minimum 2 mL) of sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, bronchial aspirate, or cultured growth on appropriate media.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 13,000
Hepatitis B Viral Drug Resistance Genotyping Test
- Sample type
- 3 mL (2 mL minimum) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 26,000
Hepatitis B Virus Genotyping Drug Resistance Quantitative PCR Test
- Sample type
- 3 mL (2 mL minimum) plasma from two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
- Turnaround
- 7 Days Reports are typically available within 7 days of sample receipt. Samples are collected daily by 11 AM.
- Price
- KSh 36,270
Hepatitis C Viral RNA Genotype 1 NS5a Drug Resistance Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL) plasma in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube OR 2 mL (1 mL) serum in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 170,000
Human Immuno Virus 1 Genotyping Drug Resistance Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from one Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Plasma must be separated within 6 hours of collection, placed in a plastic transport vial, and frozen immediately. Ship frozen. Do not thaw.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 49,140
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis PCR Mycosure TB PCR Test
- Sample type
- Sputum (first morning sample, ideally collected on three consecutive days), Urine (first morning sample, 50mL minimum, ideally collected on three consecutive days), Blood (5-10mL), Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) (2mL), Tissue Biopsy (fresh tissue in sterile normal saline or formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded block).
- Turnaround
- 1 Day Results are typically available within 1 day for negative results and up to 4 days for positive results.
- Price
- KSh 10,000
DST Gene Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex Autosomal Recessive Type 2 Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or dried blood spot on FTA card.
- Turnaround
- 4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
DST Gene Neuropathy Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Type 6 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
Mastitis Complete Panel With Lactamase Penicillin Resistance Profile PCR Test
- Sample type
- Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 28,000
Mastitis Complete Panel Without Lactamase Penicillin Resistance Profile PCR Test
- Sample type
- Breast milk or tissue sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 20,000
Mastitis Partial Panel With Lactamase Penicillin Resistance Profile PCR Test
- Sample type
- Milk sample. Confirm specific collection instructions with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 20,000
Mastitis Partial Panel Without Lactamase Penicillin Resistance Profile PCR Test
- Sample type
- Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 12,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Antimicrobial Resistance & Drug Sensitivity 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 Antimicrobial Resistance & Drug Sensitivity 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.