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Bacterial Culture & Sensitivity Testing

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Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name	Test role	Sample type	Turnaround	Price
Staph Aureus Bacterial Load Test	First-line screen	Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), whole blood, milk, throat swab, nasal swab, tissue biopsy. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.	36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via email. Phone inquiries may be addressed within 24 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.	KSh 15,300
Streptococcus Pneumonia Bacterial Load Test	First-line screen	Cerebrospinal fluid (C.S.F), Bronchial swab, Bronchial lavage fluid. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.	See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.	KSh 16,320
Treponema Palladium Syphilis Bacterial Load Test	First-line screen	Urethral or vaginal swab, cell culture, cervical discharge, rectal sample, urethral sample, blood sample, or urine sample.	4 Working Days Results are typically available within 4 working days. Notification via email or phone may occur sooner.	KSh 16,320
Toxoplasma Gondii Bacterial Load Test	First-line screen	Whole blood, urine, serum, tissue, or aqueous humor. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.	36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via phone and 48 hours via email. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.	KSh 13,600
Trichomonas Vaginalis Bacterial Load Test	First-line screen	Vaginal swab. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.	48 Hours Results are typically available via email within 48 hours and by phone within 36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.	KSh 17,000
DNA Extraction from Cultured Cells	First-line screen	Cultured cells. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.	See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.	KSh 1,700
RNA Extraction from Cultured Cells	First-line screen	Cultured cells. Confirm specific requirements (e.g., cell type, quantity, culture medium) with the laboratory before booking.	Timing on request	KSh 5,000

First-line screen

Staph Aureus Bacterial Load Test

Sample type: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), whole blood, milk, throat swab, nasal swab, tissue biopsy. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround: 36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via email. Phone inquiries may be addressed within 24 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price: KSh 15,300

First-line screen

Streptococcus Pneumonia Bacterial Load Test

Sample type: Cerebrospinal fluid (C.S.F), Bronchial swab, Bronchial lavage fluid. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround: See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price: KSh 16,320

First-line screen

Treponema Palladium Syphilis Bacterial Load Test

Sample type: Urethral or vaginal swab, cell culture, cervical discharge, rectal sample, urethral sample, blood sample, or urine sample.
Turnaround: 4 Working Days Results are typically available within 4 working days. Notification via email or phone may occur sooner.
Price: KSh 16,320

First-line screen

Toxoplasma Gondii Bacterial Load Test

Sample type: Whole blood, urine, serum, tissue, or aqueous humor. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround: 36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via phone and 48 hours via email. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price: KSh 13,600

First-line screen

Trichomonas Vaginalis Bacterial Load Test

Sample type: Vaginal swab. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround: 48 Hours Results are typically available via email within 48 hours and by phone within 36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price: KSh 17,000

First-line screen

DNA Extraction from Cultured Cells

Sample type: Cultured cells. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround: See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price: KSh 1,700

First-line screen

RNA Extraction from Cultured Cells

Sample type: Cultured cells. Confirm specific requirements (e.g., cell type, quantity, culture medium) with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround: Timing on request
Price: KSh 5,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Bacterial Culture & 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 Bacterial Culture & Sensitivity 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.

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Bacterial Culture & Sensitivity Testing

157 tests

Staph Aureus Bacterial Load Test

Streptococcus Pneumonia Bacterial Load Test

Treponema Palladium Syphilis Bacterial Load Test

Toxoplasma Gondii Bacterial Load Test

Trichomonas Vaginalis Bacterial Load Test

DNA Extraction from Cultured Cells

RNA Extraction from Cultured Cells

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