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Hepatitis C Testing & Cure Monitoring

anti-HCV/HCV RNA Viral Load

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

Test comparison

16 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Viral RNA HCV RNA Quantitative Ultra Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from 2 SST tubes OR 3 mL (2 mL minimum) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Antibody AntiHCV Test

Sample type
Blood sample (serum or plasma).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,393
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Monitoring Panel Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube; 3 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes; 3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 SST.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 22,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Viral RNA HCV RNA Quantitative Real Time PCR Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum from 2 Serum Separator Tubes (SST) OR 3 mL (2 mL minimum) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes. Serum or plasma must be separated aseptically within 2 hours of collection.
Turnaround
See timing details Reports are typically available on Thursday or Monday, provided the sample is received by Tuesday or Friday by 11 AM.
Price
KSh 10,530
First-line screen

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
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Viral RNA Genotype Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube OR 2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Serum or plasma must be separated aseptically within 1 hour of collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Viral RNA PCR Qualitative Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from one Serum Separator Tube (SST) or 2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from one Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Serum or plasma must be separated aseptically within 2 hours of collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,062
First-line screen

Hepatitis G Virus HGV RNA Detection PCR Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) plasma separated aseptically within 2 hours of collection from a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Sample should be shipped refrigerated or frozen.
Turnaround
18 Days Reports typically available in 18 days.
Price
KSh 14,000
First-line screen

Interleukin 28B rs12979860 rs8099917 Genotyping Qualitative PCR Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Sample must be shipped refrigerated. Do not freeze.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen

STD Panel Test

Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST). A duly filled consent form for HIV testing & pre-test counselling (Form 10 & 10A) is mandatory.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day if the sample is collected by Friday 9 AM.
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Virus HCV Genotype

Sample type
Peripheral blood collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2ml). Plasma or Serum may also be acceptable; confirm with the laboratory.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 18,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Virus HCV Qualitative PCR HCV Genotyping Combo

Sample type
Peripheral blood, plasma, or serum collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2ml).
Turnaround
5 Days Approximately 5 days.
Price
KSh 36,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Virus HCV Qualitative PCR

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen

Hepatitis C Virus HCV Quantitative PCR

Sample type
Peripheral blood collected in an EDTA Vacutainer tube (2ml). Plasma or serum may also be used.
Turnaround
2–3 Days Typically 2-3 days.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen

HCV Hepatitis C Virus Viral Load Quantitative Test

Sample type
Whole blood, serum, plasma, or tissue.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen

HCV Genotyping 1234 RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, or Tissue. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via email or 24 hours via phone.
Price
KSh 23,120

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Hepatitis C Testing & Cure Monitoring 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 Hepatitis C Testing & Cure Monitoring?

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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