Throat/Nasal swabs in special collection medium or Sputum/Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (5 mL minimum) in a sterile screw-capped container.
See timing detailsSamples submitted on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM are typically reported on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday.
KSh 9,000
Salmonella Typhi and Salmonella Paratyphi A Antigen Detection Test
First-line screen
2 mL serum or 2 g stool.
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day. Samples are accepted daily until 3:30 PM.
KSh 1,240
Stool Examination Hanging Drop Preparation Test
First-line screen
Fresh stool sample.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within two hours of sample receipt.
KSh 280
Typhi Dot Salmonella Typhi IgM Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum).
Timing on request
KSh 1,053
Typhoid DNA Detection Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
10 DaysResults are typically available within 10 days from sample receipt.
KSh 18,000
Typhoid Fever Panel Test
First-line screen
Blood sample.
6 DaysResults typically available within 6 days, with interim reports available in 24 to 48 hours.
KSh 3,978
Weil Felix Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day.
KSh 1,965
Widal Slide Agglutination Test
First-line screen
Serum (Blood sample collected in a specific tube).
Timing on request
KSh 608
Widal Tube Agglutination Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum)
Timing on request
KSh 748
Yersinia Enterocolitica Antigen Test
First-line screen
Approximately 5 grams of fresh stool collected in a sterile, screw-capped container. The sample must be refrigerated and should not be frozen.
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day the sample is received by the laboratory, provided it arrives by 1 pm.
KSh 3,697
Campylobacter Jejuni Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Stool sample, food products, meat products, poultry products, milk products, or water samples. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 14,875
Campylobacter Jejuni RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Stool sample, food product, meat product, poultry product, milk product, or water sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 11,560
Salmonella Typhi Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Whole blood (EDTA tube), Rectal swab, Food sample, Water sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 13,600
Salmonella Typhi RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Whole blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
36 HoursResults are typically available within 36 hours on the 3rd working day. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 10,200
Shigella Dysentrica Bacterial Load Test
First-line screen
Whole Blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample.
Timing on request
KSh 13,600
Shigella Dysentrica RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Whole Blood, Rectal Swab, Food Sample, Water Sample. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 9,520
Vibrio Cholerae Multiplex Detection Differentiation of 01Non 010139 Ctx Gene RNA Detection Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Stool sample, water sample, or culture sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
24–36 HoursResults are typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 19,040
First-line screen
Campylobacter Antigen Stool Test
Sample type
5 grams of fresh stool collected in a sterile, screw-capped container. The sample must be refrigerated and should not be frozen.
Turnaround
Same DaySame-day reporting is typically available if the sample is collected by 1 PM.
Price
KSh 3,697
First-line screen
Culture Campylobacter Test
Sample type
Stool sample or Rectal swab.
Turnaround
4 Days2 to 4 days.
Price
KSh 3,042
First-line screen
Culture Cholera Test
Sample type
Stool sample
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,872
First-line screen
Febrile Agglutinins Panel Combined Brucella Widal and Weil Felix Tests Panel Test
Throat/Nasal swabs in special collection medium or Sputum/Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (5 mL minimum) in a sterile screw-capped container.
Turnaround
See timing detailsSamples submitted on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM are typically reported on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Salmonella Typhi and Salmonella Paratyphi A Antigen Detection Test
Sample type
2 mL serum or 2 g stool.
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day. Samples are accepted daily until 3:30 PM.
Price
KSh 1,240
First-line screen
Stool Examination Hanging Drop Preparation Test
Sample type
Fresh stool sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within two hours of sample receipt.
Price
KSh 280
First-line screen
Typhi Dot Salmonella Typhi IgM Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,053
First-line screen
Typhoid DNA Detection Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
10 DaysResults are typically available within 10 days from sample receipt.
Price
KSh 18,000
First-line screen
Typhoid Fever Panel Test
Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
6 DaysResults typically available within 6 days, with interim reports available in 24 to 48 hours.
Price
KSh 3,978
First-line screen
Weil Felix Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day.
Price
KSh 1,965
First-line screen
Widal Slide Agglutination Test
Sample type
Serum (Blood sample collected in a specific tube).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 608
First-line screen
Widal Tube Agglutination Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 748
First-line screen
Yersinia Enterocolitica Antigen Test
Sample type
Approximately 5 grams of fresh stool collected in a sterile, screw-capped container. The sample must be refrigerated and should not be frozen.
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day the sample is received by the laboratory, provided it arrives by 1 pm.
Price
KSh 3,697
First-line screen
Campylobacter Jejuni Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Stool sample, food products, meat products, poultry products, milk products, or water samples. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,875
First-line screen
Campylobacter Jejuni RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Stool sample, food product, meat product, poultry product, milk product, or water sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 11,560
First-line screen
Salmonella Typhi Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Whole blood (EDTA tube), Rectal swab, Food sample, Water sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen
Salmonella Typhi RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Whole blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample. Confirm specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
36 HoursResults are typically available within 36 hours on the 3rd working day. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 10,200
First-line screen
Shigella Dysentrica Bacterial Load Test
Sample type
Whole Blood, rectal swab, food sample, or water sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 13,600
First-line screen
Shigella Dysentrica RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Whole Blood, Rectal Swab, Food Sample, Water Sample. Confirm specific sample type needed with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 9,520
First-line screen
Vibrio Cholerae Multiplex Detection Differentiation of 01Non 010139 Ctx Gene RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Sample type
Stool sample, water sample, or culture sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
24–36 HoursResults are typically available within 24-36 hours. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 19,040
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Typhoid & Enteric Fever 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 Typhoid & Enteric Fever 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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