Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Biopsy Renal 3 Bottle Paraffin, IF, and EM
First-line screen
Three tissue samples collected during a kidney biopsy: one in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin, one in Phosphate Buffered Saline/Michel's Media, and one in 2% Glutaraldehyde.
5 DaysResults for histopathology are typically available within 5 days. Electron microscopy results may take up to 21 days.
KSh 33,000
Biopsy Renal Transplant With C4D Without IF
First-line screen
A tissue sample (biopsy) from the transplanted kidney is required. Confirm specific collection procedures with the laboratory or your physician.
5 DaysResults are typically available within 5 days.
KSh 13,500
Biopsy Skin
First-line screen
A small tissue sample obtained via biopsy.
5 DaysResults are typically available within 5 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 3,900
Biopsy Skin With IF
First-line screen
A small sample of skin tissue (biopsy) is required. The specific type and size of the biopsy will be determined by your doctor.
Timing on request
KSh 8,400
Biopsy TURBT Bladder Tumour
First-line screen
Tissue sample obtained via Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT) procedure.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
Biopsy Turpprostatic Chips
First-line screen
Tissue chips obtained during a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) procedure, preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Timing on request
KSh 5,400
Biopsy Uterus with Adnexa and Fibroid
First-line screen
Tissue sample obtained via biopsy.
4 DaysResults are typically available within 4 days.
KSh 6,000
Biopsy Uterus with Cervix
First-line screen
Tissue samples from the uterus and cervix.
Timing on request
KSh 6,000
Bone Marrow Biopsy
First-line screen
Bone marrow sample obtained via biopsy.
Timing on request
KSh 1,950
Cytology LBC Pap Smear
First-line screen
Cervical cell sample collected using a brush or spatula, preserved in liquid medium.
2 DaysResults are typically available within 2 days.
KSh 2,550
Cytology Pap Smear (Two Slides Only)
First-line screen
Cells collected from the cervix during a pelvic exam.
2 DaysResults are typically available within 2 days.
KSh 1,500
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Effusion Cytology Cell Block
First-line screen
Fluid sample collected via Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) or other methods (e.g., thoracentesis, paracentesis). The sample should be submitted in a sterile container.
Timing on request
KSh 7,000
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Prepared 6 Slides
First-line screen
Cells obtained via Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA). The sample is prepared on 6 slides.
2 DaysResults are typically available within 2 days.
KSh 6,400
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Procedure with Reporting
First-line screen
Cellular material obtained via fine needle aspiration.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 1218 Slides
First-line screen
Cytology slides prepared from a Fine Needle Aspiration procedure.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 1824 Slides
First-line screen
Cytology slides prepared from a Fine Needle Aspiration procedure.
Timing on request
KSh 9,000
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 2430 Slides
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) sample collected and prepared on slides. Specific preparation methods (fixation in 100% IPA/Methanol for PAP stain, dried slides for MGG stain) are required.
Timing on request
KSh 8,100
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 3035 Slides
First-line screen
Cytology slide(s) prepared from a fine needle aspiration procedure.
Timing on request
KSh 9,000
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 612 Slides
First-line screen
The specimen for this test is a prepared cytology slide obtained via Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA). The procedure must be performed by a qualified healthcare professional.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 7,000
Fluid Cytology Urine/Csf/Cytology
First-line screen
Urine sample or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 3,600
Frozen1
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in normal saline. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within 30 minutes.
KSh 10,500
Frozen2
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in normal saline. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 12,000
Frozen3
First-line screen
Tissue sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsApproximately 30 minutes.
KSh 13,500
Large Biopsy 1
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
6 DaysApproximately 6 days.
KSh 9,000
Large Biopsy 2All Cancer Resection
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
6 DaysApproximately 6 days.
KSh 10,500
Large Biopsy 3
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in 10% neutral buffered formalin.
6 DaysResults are typically available within 6 days.
KSh 12,000
Large Biopsy 4 Radical Prostatectomy Whipples
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
6 DaysApproximately 6 days.
KSh 13,500
Large Biopsy 5 Post Chemotherapy Bone
First-line screen
Bone biopsy sample. Confirm specific sample type and volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 15,000
Large Biopsy 6 Amputation
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
6 DaysResults are typically available within 6 days.
KSh 16,500
Large Biopsy 7
First-line screen
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
6 DaysTypically available within 6 days.
KSh 18,000
First-line screen
Biopsy Renal 3 Bottle Paraffin, IF, and EM
Sample type
Three tissue samples collected during a kidney biopsy: one in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin, one in Phosphate Buffered Saline/Michel's Media, and one in 2% Glutaraldehyde.
Turnaround
5 DaysResults for histopathology are typically available within 5 days. Electron microscopy results may take up to 21 days.
Price
KSh 33,000
First-line screen
Biopsy Renal Transplant With C4D Without IF
Sample type
A tissue sample (biopsy) from the transplanted kidney is required. Confirm specific collection procedures with the laboratory or your physician.
Turnaround
5 DaysResults are typically available within 5 days.
Price
KSh 13,500
First-line screen
Biopsy Skin
Sample type
A small tissue sample obtained via biopsy.
Turnaround
5 DaysResults are typically available within 5 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 3,900
First-line screen
Biopsy Skin With IF
Sample type
A small sample of skin tissue (biopsy) is required. The specific type and size of the biopsy will be determined by your doctor.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,400
First-line screen
Biopsy TURBT Bladder Tumour
Sample type
Tissue sample obtained via Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT) procedure.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Biopsy Turpprostatic Chips
Sample type
Tissue chips obtained during a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) procedure, preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 5,400
First-line screen
Biopsy Uterus with Adnexa and Fibroid
Sample type
Tissue sample obtained via biopsy.
Turnaround
4 DaysResults are typically available within 4 days.
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen
Biopsy Uterus with Cervix
Sample type
Tissue samples from the uterus and cervix.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Sample type
Bone marrow sample obtained via biopsy.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,950
First-line screen
Cytology LBC Pap Smear
Sample type
Cervical cell sample collected using a brush or spatula, preserved in liquid medium.
Turnaround
2 DaysResults are typically available within 2 days.
Price
KSh 2,550
First-line screen
Cytology Pap Smear (Two Slides Only)
Sample type
Cells collected from the cervix during a pelvic exam.
Turnaround
2 DaysResults are typically available within 2 days.
Price
KSh 1,500
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Effusion Cytology Cell Block
Sample type
Fluid sample collected via Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) or other methods (e.g., thoracentesis, paracentesis). The sample should be submitted in a sterile container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Prepared 6 Slides
Sample type
Cells obtained via Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA). The sample is prepared on 6 slides.
Turnaround
2 DaysResults are typically available within 2 days.
Price
KSh 6,400
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Procedure with Reporting
Sample type
Cellular material obtained via fine needle aspiration.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 1218 Slides
Sample type
Cytology slides prepared from a Fine Needle Aspiration procedure.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 1824 Slides
Sample type
Cytology slides prepared from a Fine Needle Aspiration procedure.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 2430 Slides
Sample type
Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) sample collected and prepared on slides. Specific preparation methods (fixation in 100% IPA/Methanol for PAP stain, dried slides for MGG stain) are required.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,100
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 3035 Slides
Sample type
Cytology slide(s) prepared from a fine needle aspiration procedure.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Slide for Review 612 Slides
Sample type
The specimen for this test is a prepared cytology slide obtained via Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA). The procedure must be performed by a qualified healthcare professional.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Fluid Cytology Urine/Csf/Cytology
Sample type
Urine sample or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 3,600
First-line screen
Frozen1
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in normal saline. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within 30 minutes.
Price
KSh 10,500
First-line screen
Frozen2
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in normal saline. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
Frozen3
Sample type
Tissue sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsApproximately 30 minutes.
Price
KSh 13,500
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 1
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Turnaround
6 DaysApproximately 6 days.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 2All Cancer Resection
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Turnaround
6 DaysApproximately 6 days.
Price
KSh 10,500
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 3
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in 10% neutral buffered formalin.
Turnaround
6 DaysResults are typically available within 6 days.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 4 Radical Prostatectomy Whipples
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Turnaround
6 DaysApproximately 6 days.
Price
KSh 13,500
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 5 Post Chemotherapy Bone
Sample type
Bone biopsy sample. Confirm specific sample type and volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 6 Amputation
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Turnaround
6 DaysResults are typically available within 6 days.
Price
KSh 16,500
First-line screen
Large Biopsy 7
Sample type
Tissue sample preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.
Turnaround
6 DaysTypically available within 6 days.
Price
KSh 18,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Histopathology & Cytology Infection Diagnosis 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 Histopathology & Cytology Infection Diagnosis?+
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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