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Emerging Viral Fever Panels

Hanta/Scrub Typhus/Rickettsia Testing

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  • KMLTTB Regulated Laboratory
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

20 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Fever Panel 1 Test

Sample type
Blood sample (for Hemogram, MP, Widal) and Urine sample (for Urine R/E).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,521
First-line screen

Fever Panel 2 Test

Sample type
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 Hours Interim 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 details Sample 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 details Results 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 Weeks Results 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 Weeks Report 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 Weeks Results 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 Day Results 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 Day Same-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 Days Results 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 Weeks Results 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 details Results 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 Hours Typical 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.

Quick factsheet

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