Giardia Antigen Test Rapid Stool Test
- Sample type
- Fresh stool sample (approximately 5-10 grams).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,474
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Parasitic Infection Testing (Malaria & Stool Ova)
Malaria/Filaria/Stool Parasite Panels
Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.
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- Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
- Nationwide & Home Sample Collection
Test comparison
34 tests
Aldehyde Chopra Test for Kala Azar Test
- Sample type
- Serum
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are generally available within one day.
- Price
- KSh 585
Amoebic Serology IgG Serum Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
- Turnaround
- Same Day Results are typically available on the same day as sample collection.
- Price
- KSh 3,159
Babesia Microti Antibodies IgG IgM Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (0.5 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
Cryptosporidium Isospora Identification Stool Test
- Sample type
- Stool sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 819
Cryptosporidium Antigen Stool Test
- Sample type
- Fresh stool sample (approximately 5-10 grams).
- Turnaround
- Same Day Results are typically available the same day.
- Price
- KSh 5,405
Cysticercosis Taenia Solium Antibody IgG Test
- Sample type
- Serum (Blood sample)
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 3,042
Echinococcus Hydatid Serology IgG Serum Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
- Turnaround
- Same Day Report available on the same day if the sample is received by 9 am on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday.
- Price
- KSh 2,808
Echinococcus Detection for Scolices in Hydatid Cyst Fluid Test
- Sample type
- 1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) of hydatid cyst fluid in a sterile, screw-capped container.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,170
Filaria Antibody IgG Test
- Sample type
- Serum
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,872
Filaria Antigen Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (venous or capillary). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available quickly, often within one day.
- Price
- KSh 1,848
Leishmania Kala Azar Antibody IgG Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (serum).
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 3,744
Leishmania Kala Azar rK39 Antibody Serum Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube. Sample should be shipped refrigerated. Do not freeze.
- Turnaround
- Same Day Report available on the same day if the sample is received by 3:30 pm.
- Price
- KSh 1,474
Malaria Detection PCR Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
- Turnaround
- 6 Days Reports are typically available within 6 days of sample receipt. Samples collected daily by 11 am.
- Price
- KSh 10,000
Malaria Parasite Blood Parasite Identification Test
- Sample type
- Two thin and two thick peripheral blood smears on slides.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 280
Malaria Parasite Confirmation Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (collected via venipuncture or finger prick). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 280
Malaria Vivax and Falciparum Antigen Test
- Sample type
- 3 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,521
Microfilaria Detection Test
- Sample type
- 2 air-dried peripheral blood smears (1 thick and 1 thin), or 2 mL (1 mL min.) whole blood from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube, or 2 mL (1 mL min.) Hydrocele fluid.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 468
Opportunistic Enteric Parasite Screen Stool Test
- Sample type
- Stool sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,965
ICAM1 Gene Malaria Cerebral Susceptibility to Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
FCGR2B Gene Malaria Resistance to Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA card.
- Turnaround
- 4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
NLRP7 Gene Hydatidiform Mole Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA card.
- Turnaround
- 4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
KHDC3L Gene Hydatidiform Mole Recurrent Type 2 Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
Filaria Bacterial Load Test
- Sample type
- Whole blood sample.
- Turnaround
- 36–48 Hours Results are typically available within 36-48 hours.
- Price
- KSh 15,300
Filaria RNA Detection Qualitative Test
- Sample type
- Whole blood (EDTA tube) or Biopsy sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 48 Hours Results typically available via email within 48 hours and via phone within 36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 10,880
Filaria Multiplex Brugia Timori, Brugia Pahangi, Brugia Malayi and Wuchereria Bancrofti Detection Differentiation RNA Detection Qualitative Test
- Sample type
- Whole blood or Biopsy sample.
- Turnaround
- 4 Working Days Results are typically available within 4 working days. Faster options may be available;
- Price
- KSh 23,800
Malaria P Vivax Quantitative Test
- Sample type
- Whole blood or dried blood spot.
- Turnaround
- 24–36 Hours Results typically available within 24-36 hours.
- Price
- KSh 12,000
Malaria P Vivax RNA Detection Qualitative Test
- Sample type
- Whole blood sample or dried blood spot.
- Turnaround
- 36 Hours Results are typically available within 36 hours via email or 24 hours via phone.
- Price
- KSh 10,000
Malaria Pfalciparum Quantitative Test
- Sample type
- Whole Blood or Dried Blood Spot.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 12,000
Malaria Pfalciparum RNA Detection Qualitative Test
- Sample type
- Whole blood (EDTA tube) or Dried Blood Spot (DBS). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 24 Hours Results are typically available within 24 hours via phone and 36 hours via email. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 10,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Parasitic Infection Testing (Malaria & Stool Ova) 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 Parasitic Infection Testing (Malaria & Stool Ova)?
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.