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Mycoplasma & Atypical Pneumonia Testing

Mycoplasma/Chlamydophila PCR & Serology

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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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23 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Chlamydophila Pneumoniae IgG Test

Sample type
Blood sample
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,661
First-line screen

Bacterial Pneumonia Panel PCR Test

Sample type
Throat Swab, Nasopharyngeal Swab, Respiratory Secretions, or Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) Fluid in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Chlamydia Chlamydophila Serology Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Sample received by the 7th of the month; report available after 2-3 weeks.
Price
KSh 60,000
First-line screen

Legionella Antigen Urine Test

Sample type
Urine sample. A first-morning urine sample is preferred, but a random sample may be acceptable. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen

Legionella Pneumophila IgG Antibody Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 60,000
First-line screen

Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG IgM Antibodies Panel Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen

Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL of serum from 1 SST (Serum Separator Tube).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgM Serum Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day after sample submission (if sample received by 6 PM).
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Respiratory Panel 4 Test

Sample type
Nasopharyngeal swab, nasal swab, or sputum sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Respiratory Panel 7 Test

Sample type
Throat/Nasal swabs in special collection medium or Sputum/Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (5 mL minimum) in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
See timing details Samples submitted on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM are typically reported on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Bacterial Pneumonia Multiplex Bordetella Legionella Klebsiella Detection Differentiation RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36–48 Hours Results are typically available within 36-48 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 23,800
First-line screen

Bacterial Pneumonia Multiplex S Pneumonia H Influenza N Meningitis Chlamydia Pneumonia Mycoplasma Pneumonia Legionella Pneumonia Bordetella Pertusis Detection Differentiation RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires a respiratory specimen, such as sputum or a nasopharyngeal swab.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available within a few working days.
Price
KSh 28,900
First-line screen

Bordetella Multiplex Bordetella Pertussis, Legionella Pneumophilia, Klabsiella Pneumonia Detection & Differentiation RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Nasopharyngeal secretions, Swabs (oral/rectal), Blood, Urine, Sputum, Throat swab, Bronchoalveolar lavage samples, Lung tissue. Confirm required sample type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 23,800
First-line screen

Bordetella Multiplex Bordetella Pertussis, Legionella Pneumophilia, Klabsiella Pneumonia and Mycoplasma Pneumonia Detection Differentiation RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
48 Hours Results are typically available within 48 hours via email and 36 hours via phone.
Price
KSh 27,200
First-line screen

Chlamydia Pneumonia Bacterial Load Test

Sample type
Cerebrospinal Fluid (C.S.F), Bronchial Swabs, Bronchial Lavage.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,320
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 Species RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluids, Throat swabs, Endocervical swabs, Blood, Urine, CSF, Serum, Plasma. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via email and 24 hours by phone. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 11,560
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 Hours Results typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 16,320
First-line screen

Mycoplasma Pneumonia RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluids, throat swabs, endocervical swabs, blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), serum, or plasma.
Turnaround
24 Hours Results are typically available within 24 hours via phone and 36 hours via email.
Price
KSh 12,240
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 Days Results are typically available within 4 working days.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen

Mycoplasma Genitalium RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Urethra or vaginal swab, cell culture, cervical discharge, rectum swab, blood, or urine. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working Days Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking. The source indicates a turnaround time of 4 working days.
Price
KSh 11,900
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 Days Results are typically available within 4 working days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen

Mycoplasma Homonis RNA Detection Qualitative Test

Sample type
Specimens collected from the lower genital tract (e.g., vaginal swab, male urethral swab). Confirm specific specimen type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
48 Hours Results typically available within 48 hours via email and 36 hours via phone. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 11,900

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Mycoplasma & Atypical Pneumonia 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 Mycoplasma & Atypical Pneumonia 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.

Quick factsheet

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