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Ciliopathies (Joubert, Bardet-Biedl & PCD)

Ciliary Gene Panels

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  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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74 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

DNAAF1 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 13 Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CCDC39 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 14 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CCDC40 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 15 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Dnal1 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 16 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CCDC103 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 17 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DNAAF5 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 18 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Lrrc6 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 19 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually 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
First-line screen

DNAAF3 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 2 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually 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
First-line screen

Ccdc114 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 20 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

ARMC4 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 23 Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

RSPH1 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 24 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DYX1C1 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 25 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CFAP298 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 26 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CCDC65 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 27 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually 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
First-line screen

Spag1 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 28 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CCNO Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 29 Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample (typically 5-10ml in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DNAH5 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 3 Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Hydin Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 5 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

NME8 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 6 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DNAH11 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 7 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DNAI2 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Type 9 Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific volume and collection tube requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

DNAH9 Gene Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia DNAH9 Related Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually 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
First-line screen

MKKS Gene McKusick-Kaufman Syndrome Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or dried blood spot on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

BBS1 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

BBS10 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 10 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TRIM32 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 11 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

BBS12 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 12 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

MKS1 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 13 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

WDPCP Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 15 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

BBS2 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 2 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Ciliopathies (Joubert, Bardet-Biedl & PCD) 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 Ciliopathies (Joubert, Bardet-Biedl & PCD)?

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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