3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube, 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST, and 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of random urine.
24–48 HoursInterim report available in 24-48 hours and final report in 6 days.
KSh 6,000
Herpes Simplex Virus HSV Type 2 PCR Qualitative Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL min.) CSF / EDTA plasma in a sterile screw capped container OR Blister fluid/Swab from base of ulcer/Scrapings from base of ulcer in 1 mL sterile normal saline or phosphate buffered saline (PBS) OR Fresh tissue in sterile normal saline OR Paraffin embedded tissue.
See timing detailsSample collection schedules may influence reporting times.
KSh 10,000
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi Antibodies IgG IgM Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum)
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day if the sample is received by 6 PM on Friday.
KSh 9,000
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi DNA Qualitative Real Time PCR Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or synovial fluid collected in a sterile screw-capped container.
3 WeeksResults are typically available within 2 to 3 weeks for samples collected by the 7th of the month.
KSh 60,000
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG IgM Immunoblot Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum).
Timing on request
KSh 44,000
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG Immunoblot Test
First-line screen
Serum (Blood sample)
Timing on request
KSh 26,000
Q Fever Coxiella Burnetti Antibodies IgG IgM Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
2–3 WeeksReport available approximately 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
KSh 26,000
Rickettsia Antibody Panel Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Timing on request
KSh 46,000
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Antibodies Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
3 WeeksResults are typically available 2 to 3 weeks after sample receipt.
KSh 26,000
Scrub Typhus Tsutsugamushi Antibody Test
First-line screen
Serum.
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day if the sample is submitted by 1 PM.
KSh 1,965
Scrub Typhus Tsutsugamushi Antibody IgM EIA Test
First-line screen
Serum.
Timing on request
KSh 2,574
Scrub Typhus Tsutsugamushi Antibody IgM Rapid Assay Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Same DaySame-day reporting for samples received by 4 PM.
KSh 1,872
Typhoid Fever Panel Test
First-line screen
Blood sample.
6 DaysResults typically available within 6 days, with interim reports available in 24 to 48 hours.
KSh 3,978
Typhus Fever Rickettsia Antibodies IgG IgM Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
2–3 WeeksResults are typically available 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
KSh 26,000
Weil Felix Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day.
KSh 1,965
Hanta Virus Viral Load Quantitative Test
First-line screen
Bronchial swabs, Bronchial lavage, Whole blood, Serum, Plasma, or Urine. The specific sample type depends on the stage of the illness and clinical presentation. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 20,400
Hanta Virus RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Bronchial swabs & Bronchial lavage (for HPS), Whole blood, serum, or plasma (during viremia phase), Urine (for HFRS). Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 16,320
Scrub Typhus Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Serum, plasma, or whole blood.
Timing on request
KSh 16,320
Scrub Typhus RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Serum, plasma, or whole blood (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
24–36 HoursTypical results available within 24-36 hours.
3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube, 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST, and 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of random urine.
Turnaround
24–48 HoursInterim report available in 24-48 hours and final report in 6 days.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen
Herpes Simplex Virus HSV Type 2 PCR Qualitative Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL min.) CSF / EDTA plasma in a sterile screw capped container OR Blister fluid/Swab from base of ulcer/Scrapings from base of ulcer in 1 mL sterile normal saline or phosphate buffered saline (PBS) OR Fresh tissue in sterile normal saline OR Paraffin embedded tissue.
Turnaround
See timing detailsSample collection schedules may influence reporting times.
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi Antibodies IgG IgM Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum)
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day if the sample is received by 6 PM on Friday.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi DNA Qualitative Real Time PCR Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or synovial fluid collected in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
3 WeeksResults are typically available within 2 to 3 weeks for samples collected by the 7th of the month.
Price
KSh 60,000
First-line screen
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG IgM Immunoblot Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 44,000
First-line screen
Lyme Disease Borrelia Burgdorferi IgG Immunoblot Test
Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 26,000
First-line screen
Q Fever Coxiella Burnetti Antibodies IgG IgM Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksReport available approximately 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 26,000
First-line screen
Rickettsia Antibody Panel Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 46,000
First-line screen
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Antibodies Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
3 WeeksResults are typically available 2 to 3 weeks after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 26,000
First-line screen
Scrub Typhus Tsutsugamushi Antibody Test
Sample type
Serum.
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day if the sample is submitted by 1 PM.
Price
KSh 1,965
First-line screen
Scrub Typhus Tsutsugamushi Antibody IgM EIA Test
Sample type
Serum.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,574
First-line screen
Scrub Typhus Tsutsugamushi Antibody IgM Rapid Assay Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Same DaySame-day reporting for samples received by 4 PM.
Price
KSh 1,872
First-line screen
Typhoid Fever Panel Test
Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
6 DaysResults typically available within 6 days, with interim reports available in 24 to 48 hours.
Price
KSh 3,978
First-line screen
Typhus Fever Rickettsia Antibodies IgG IgM Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksResults are typically available 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 26,000
First-line screen
Weil Felix Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 1,965
First-line screen
Hanta Virus Viral Load Quantitative Test
Sample type
Bronchial swabs, Bronchial lavage, Whole blood, Serum, Plasma, or Urine. The specific sample type depends on the stage of the illness and clinical presentation. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,400
First-line screen
Hanta Virus RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Bronchial swabs & Bronchial lavage (for HPS), Whole blood, serum, or plasma (during viremia phase), Urine (for HFRS). Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,320
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
Scrub Typhus RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Serum, plasma, or whole blood (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
24–36 HoursTypical results available within 24-36 hours.
Price
KSh 11,560
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Emerging Viral Fever Panels 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 Emerging Viral Fever Panels?+
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.
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