24–36 HoursResults are typically available within 24-36 hours.
KSh 15,300
M Leprosy Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Ear droppings, Lesion curatings, Biopsy of Patches, Scraps of Nasal Mucosa, Urine. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 13,600
M Leprosy RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Ear Droppings, Lesion Curatings, Biopsy of Patches, Scraps of Nasal Mucosa, Urine. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
36 HoursResults are typically available within 36 hours via email and 24 hours via phone.
36 HoursResults typically available via email within 36 hours and by phone within 24 hours.
KSh 10,200
Mycoplasma Species Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, throat swab, endocervical swab, blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), serum, or plasma. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 15,640
Mycoplasma Pneumonia Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, throat swab, blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), serum, or plasma. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
24–36 HoursResults typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 16,320
Mycoplasma Genitalium Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Urethra or vaginal swab, Cell culture, Cervical discharge, Rectum, Blood, Urine. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days.
KSh 17,000
Mycoplasma Homonis Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Sample from the lower genital tract (e.g., vaginal swab, male urethral swab). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 17,000
N Meningitis Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or blood sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 16,320
N Gonorrhoea Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Urethral or vaginal swab, cervical discharge, rectal swab, urine sample, blood sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
36–48 HoursResults are typically available within 36-48 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 17,000
Pan Enteric Bacteria Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Whole blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
36 HoursResults typically available within 36 hours via email or 24 hours by phone.
KSh 14,960
Pan Enteric Bacteria RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Sample types may include whole blood, rectal swabs, food, or water samples. Confirm the required specimen type with the laboratory before booking.
24–36 HoursResults are typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory.
KSh 9,520
Proteus Vulgaris Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Urine sample or Stool sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days.
KSh 13,600
Proteus Vulgaris RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Urine or Stool sample.
Timing on request
KSh 10,200
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Sputum or throat swab (for cystic fibrosis patients). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days. Preliminary results may be available sooner via email or phone.
24–36 HoursResults are typically available within 24-36 hours.
Price
KSh 15,300
First-line screen
M Leprosy Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Ear droppings, Lesion curatings, Biopsy of Patches, Scraps of Nasal Mucosa, Urine. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen
M Leprosy RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Ear Droppings, Lesion Curatings, Biopsy of Patches, Scraps of Nasal Mucosa, Urine. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36 HoursResults are typically available within 36 hours via email and 24 hours via phone.
36 HoursResults typically available via email within 36 hours and by phone within 24 hours.
Price
KSh 10,200
First-line screen
Mycoplasma Species Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, throat swab, endocervical swab, blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), serum, or plasma. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,640
First-line screen
Mycoplasma Pneumonia Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, throat swab, blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), serum, or plasma. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
24–36 HoursResults typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 16,320
First-line screen
Mycoplasma Genitalium Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Urethra or vaginal swab, Cell culture, Cervical discharge, Rectum, Blood, Urine. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen
Mycoplasma Homonis Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Sample from the lower genital tract (e.g., vaginal swab, male urethral swab). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen
N Meningitis Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or blood sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,320
First-line screen
N Gonorrhoea Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Urethral or vaginal swab, cervical discharge, rectal swab, urine sample, blood sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36–48 HoursResults are typically available within 36-48 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen
Pan Enteric Bacteria Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Whole blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36 HoursResults typically available within 36 hours via email or 24 hours by phone.
Price
KSh 14,960
First-line screen
Pan Enteric Bacteria RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Sample types may include whole blood, rectal swabs, food, or water samples. Confirm the required specimen type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
24–36 HoursResults are typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory.
Price
KSh 9,520
First-line screen
Proteus Vulgaris Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Urine sample or Stool sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days.
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen
Proteus Vulgaris RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Urine or Stool sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,200
First-line screen
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Sputum or throat swab (for cystic fibrosis patients). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days. Preliminary results may be available sooner via email or phone.
Saliva, plaque sample, or scraping from inflamed gums.
Turnaround
36–48 HoursResults available within 36-48 hours.
Price
KSh 22,100
First-line screen
Scrub Typhus Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Serum, plasma, or whole blood.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,320
First-line screen
Salmonella Typhi Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Whole blood (EDTA tube), Rectal swab, Food sample, Water sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen
Shigella Dysentrica Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Whole Blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen
Streptococcus Mutans Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Saliva and/or dental plaque sample.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking. Results are typically available within 4 working days.
Price
KSh 17,000
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?+
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.
The Culture Water Presumptive Coliform Count Test checks drinking water for coliform bacteria, which can indicate contamination and potential health risks. This test helps assess water safety, particularly for private wells or where contamination is suspected.
