Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 4 Drugs Panel Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
21 DaysResults are typically available within 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 13,000
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 5 Drugs Panel Test
First-line screen
Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile, screw-capped container, sealed in a plastic bag.
Timing on request
KSh 19,000
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 5 Second Line Drugs Panel Test
First-line screen
A sample of pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile, screw-capped container, sealed in a plastic bag.
Timing on request
KSh 17,000
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rifabutin Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
21 DaysUp to 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 8,400
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rifampicin Test
First-line screen
Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container, placed in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated. If used with other AFB culture or Mycobacteria identification tests, the pure growth obtained in the laboratory from specimens already submitted will be processed.
21 DaysResults are typically available within 21 days.
KSh 8,000
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Streptomycin Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 19 Drugs Panel Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
21 DaysApproximately 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 60,000
Cultured AFB Drug Resistant Dr Mycobacterium Antitubercular DST Rapid 15 Drugs Panel Test
First-line screen
Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container.
Timing on request
KSh 42,000
Episodic Ataxia Comprehensive Profile Hotspot Test
First-line screen
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
5 Business DaysResults are typically available within 5 business days for samples submitted by Monday at 11 am.
KSh 32,000
Episodic Ataxia Type 1 Hotspot Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 23,000
Episodic Ataxia Type 2 Hotspot Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Friday, provided the sample is collected by 11 am on Monday.
KSh 23,000
Genexpert MTB ComboCom Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample. Confirm specific sample type and volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
1 DayPreliminary results may be available within 1 day. Final results typically provided within 2-42 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 9,000
Genexpert Ultra Next Generation MTB With Rifampicin Resistance Semi Quantitative PCR Test
First-line screen
Sputum (3 mL minimum), concentrated sediments, Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid, Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), body fluids, pus, or fresh tissue biopsies.
Same DaySame-day reporting is typically available.
KSh 7,000
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis First Second Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
First-line screen
3 mL (2 mL minimum) of sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, bronchial aspirate, or cultured growth on appropriate media. Sample must be collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Friday for samples submitted by 11 AM.
KSh 14,040
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis First Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) Sputum / Bronchoalveolar Lavage / Pleural aspirates / Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) / Body fluid OR Cultured growth on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container, placed in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated. Do not freeze.
Timing on request
KSh 6,000
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Second Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
First-line screen
3 mL (minimum 2 mL) of sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, bronchial aspirate, or cultured growth on appropriate media.
Timing on request
KSh 13,000
Histopathology Special Stain Acid Fast Z N Stain Test
First-line screen
Tissue biopsy (in 10% formal saline or formalin-fixed paraffin embedded block) or Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) specimen (alcohol-fixed smeared onto 4 glass slides and air-dried).
See timing detailsResults are typically available within three working days after the sample is received at the laboratory.
KSh 1,263
MALDITOF MS Mycobacterium Speciation Test
First-line screen
Pure growth of Mycobacterium species on solid media (LJ or Middlebrook agar). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Same DaySame-day results if the sample is submitted by 9 am.
KSh 2,457
Mantoux Test Tuberculin Skin Test
First-line screen
No specimen is collected. The test involves an intradermal injection of tuberculin PPD.
72 HoursResults are typically available 48 to 72 hours after the injection.
KSh 468
Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts Van der Knaap and Nalband MLC Gene Hotspot Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 15,000
Mycobacterium Combined Panel TBCOM Test
First-line screen
First morning sputum (3 consecutive days), body fluids/aspirate (5-10 mL), CSF (2 mL), first morning urine (100 mL, 3 consecutive days), fresh tissue biopsies, whole blood or bone marrow (1-5 mL). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
14 DaysInterim results typically available within 14 days. Final results may take up to 6 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 6,318
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis PCR Mycosure TB PCR Test
First-line screen
Sputum (first morning sample, ideally collected on three consecutive days), Urine (first morning sample, 50mL minimum, ideally collected on three consecutive days), Blood (5-10mL), Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) (2mL), Tissue Biopsy (fresh tissue in sterile normal saline or formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded block).
1 DayResults are typically available within 1 day for negative results and up to 4 days for positive results.
KSh 10,000
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis rRNA Detection TMA Test
First-line screen
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, or other relevant biological samples.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within a few days.
KSh 8,000
Rapid TB Antigen MPT64 Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample.
See timing detailsResults are typically available daily.
KSh 1,474
Sputum Examination AFB Test
First-line screen
Sputum sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Same DaySame-day reporting is typically available.
KSh 982
TB Gold Interferon Gamma Release Assay IGRA Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in specific tubes as directed by the laboratory).
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
TB Final Diagnosis Test
First-line screen
Blood/Bone Marrow (8 mL in Myco F/Lytic bottle), CSF (2 mL in a sterile container), Pus/Body fluids (Minimum 1 mL in a sterile container), Sputum/Urine (5-10 mL in a sterile container). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 16,000
TB Gold Plus Interferon Gamma Release Assay IGRA Test
First-line screen
A sample of 5 ml (minimum 4 ml) of whole blood collected in a green top tube (Sodium or Lithium heparin).
See timing detailsResults are typically reported the next day after sample collection.
KSh 9,000
TB LAMP Loop Mediated Isothermal Amplification Qualitative DNA PCR Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Complex Test
First-line screen
1-2 mL preferably first morning sputum, Induced sputum, Bronchial lavage, Aspirate/Brushings, Endotracheal secretions, Gastric lavage, 2-5 mL body fluids (e.g., pleural fluid, ascitic fluid), Fresh tissue biopsy, 5-10 mL first morning urine.
Same DayResults are typically available the same day for samples submitted by 11 am.
KSh 10,000
TB Platinum Interferon Gamma Release Assay IGRA Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in a specific tube).
24 HoursResults are typically available within 24 hours after sample collection.
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 4 Drugs Panel Test
Sample type
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
21 DaysResults are typically available within 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 13,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 5 Drugs Panel Test
Sample type
Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile, screw-capped container, sealed in a plastic bag.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 19,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 5 Second Line Drugs Panel Test
Sample type
A sample of pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile, screw-capped container, sealed in a plastic bag.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rifabutin Test
Sample type
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
21 DaysUp to 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 8,400
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rifampicin Test
Sample type
Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container, placed in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated. If used with other AFB culture or Mycobacteria identification tests, the pure growth obtained in the laboratory from specimens already submitted will be processed.
Turnaround
21 DaysResults are typically available within 21 days.
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Streptomycin Test
Sample type
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 19 Drugs Panel Test
Sample type
Sputum sample. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
21 DaysApproximately 21 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 60,000
First-line screen
Cultured AFB Drug Resistant Dr Mycobacterium Antitubercular DST Rapid 15 Drugs Panel Test
Sample type
Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 42,000
First-line screen
Episodic Ataxia Comprehensive Profile Hotspot Test
Sample type
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
5 Business DaysResults are typically available within 5 business days for samples submitted by Monday at 11 am.
Price
KSh 32,000
First-line screen
Episodic Ataxia Type 1 Hotspot Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 23,000
First-line screen
Episodic Ataxia Type 2 Hotspot Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Friday, provided the sample is collected by 11 am on Monday.
Price
KSh 23,000
First-line screen
Genexpert MTB ComboCom Test
Sample type
Sputum sample. Confirm specific sample type and volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
1 DayPreliminary results may be available within 1 day. Final results typically provided within 2-42 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Genexpert Ultra Next Generation MTB With Rifampicin Resistance Semi Quantitative PCR Test
Sample type
Sputum (3 mL minimum), concentrated sediments, Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid, Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), body fluids, pus, or fresh tissue biopsies.
Turnaround
Same DaySame-day reporting is typically available.
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis First Second Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) of sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, bronchial aspirate, or cultured growth on appropriate media. Sample must be collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Friday for samples submitted by 11 AM.
Price
KSh 14,040
First-line screen
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis First Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) Sputum / Bronchoalveolar Lavage / Pleural aspirates / Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) / Body fluid OR Cultured growth on appropriate media in a sterile screw-capped container, placed in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated. Do not freeze.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
First-line screen
Hains Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Second Line Drug Resistance Profile Test
Sample type
3 mL (minimum 2 mL) of sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, bronchial aspirate, or cultured growth on appropriate media.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,000
First-line screen
Histopathology Special Stain Acid Fast Z N Stain Test
Sample type
Tissue biopsy (in 10% formal saline or formalin-fixed paraffin embedded block) or Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) specimen (alcohol-fixed smeared onto 4 glass slides and air-dried).
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within three working days after the sample is received at the laboratory.
Price
KSh 1,263
First-line screen
MALDITOF MS Mycobacterium Speciation Test
Sample type
Pure growth of Mycobacterium species on solid media (LJ or Middlebrook agar). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Same DaySame-day results if the sample is submitted by 9 am.
Price
KSh 2,457
First-line screen
Mantoux Test Tuberculin Skin Test
Sample type
No specimen is collected. The test involves an intradermal injection of tuberculin PPD.
Turnaround
72 HoursResults are typically available 48 to 72 hours after the injection.
Price
KSh 468
First-line screen
Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts Van der Knaap and Nalband MLC Gene Hotspot Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
Mycobacterium Combined Panel TBCOM Test
Sample type
First morning sputum (3 consecutive days), body fluids/aspirate (5-10 mL), CSF (2 mL), first morning urine (100 mL, 3 consecutive days), fresh tissue biopsies, whole blood or bone marrow (1-5 mL). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
14 DaysInterim results typically available within 14 days. Final results may take up to 6 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 6,318
First-line screen
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis PCR Mycosure TB PCR Test
Sample type
Sputum (first morning sample, ideally collected on three consecutive days), Urine (first morning sample, 50mL minimum, ideally collected on three consecutive days), Blood (5-10mL), Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) (2mL), Tissue Biopsy (fresh tissue in sterile normal saline or formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded block).
Turnaround
1 DayResults are typically available within 1 day for negative results and up to 4 days for positive results.
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis rRNA Detection TMA Test
Sample type
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, or other relevant biological samples.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within a few days.
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Rapid TB Antigen MPT64 Test
Sample type
Sputum sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available daily.
Price
KSh 1,474
First-line screen
Sputum Examination AFB Test
Sample type
Sputum sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
Same DaySame-day reporting is typically available.
Price
KSh 982
First-line screen
TB Gold Interferon Gamma Release Assay IGRA Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in specific tubes as directed by the laboratory).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
TB Final Diagnosis Test
Sample type
Blood/Bone Marrow (8 mL in Myco F/Lytic bottle), CSF (2 mL in a sterile container), Pus/Body fluids (Minimum 1 mL in a sterile container), Sputum/Urine (5-10 mL in a sterile container). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,000
First-line screen
TB Gold Plus Interferon Gamma Release Assay IGRA Test
Sample type
A sample of 5 ml (minimum 4 ml) of whole blood collected in a green top tube (Sodium or Lithium heparin).
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically reported the next day after sample collection.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
TB LAMP Loop Mediated Isothermal Amplification Qualitative DNA PCR Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Complex Test
Sample type
1-2 mL preferably first morning sputum, Induced sputum, Bronchial lavage, Aspirate/Brushings, Endotracheal secretions, Gastric lavage, 2-5 mL body fluids (e.g., pleural fluid, ascitic fluid), Fresh tissue biopsy, 5-10 mL first morning urine.
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available the same day for samples submitted by 11 am.
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen
TB Platinum Interferon Gamma Release Assay IGRA Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in a specific tube).
Turnaround
24 HoursResults are typically available within 24 hours after sample collection.
Price
KSh 7,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Tuberculosis (TB) 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 Tuberculosis (TB) 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.
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