Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
ST3GAL3 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 15 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Extracted DNA. A single drop of blood on an FTA card is also acceptable.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
TBC1D24 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 16 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
GNAO1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 17 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
GABRA1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 19 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of Blood on an FTA Card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
CDKL5 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
PIGA Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 20 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
NECAP1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 21 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected via heel prick or venous draw). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Dock7 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 23 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample (typically 3-5 mL) is required. Confirm specific volume and collection tube type with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Hcn1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 24 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SLC13A5 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 25 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
KCNB1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 26 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GRIN2B Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 27 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Wwox Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 28 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
AARS1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 29 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SLC25A22 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SIK1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 30 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Dnm1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 31 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
KCNA2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 32 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Eef1a2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 33 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
STXBP1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 4 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GUF1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 40 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GABRB1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 45 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GRIN2D Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 46 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
FGF12 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 47 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample is required. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before collection.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Sptan1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 5 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SCN1A Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 6 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
CUX2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 67 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
KCNQ2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 7 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
ARHGEF9 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 8 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
PCDH19 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 9 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ST3GAL3 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 15 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Extracted DNA. A single drop of blood on an FTA card is also acceptable.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TBC1D24 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 16 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GNAO1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 17 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GABRA1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 19 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of Blood on an FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CDKL5 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 2 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
PIGA Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 20 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
NECAP1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 21 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected via heel prick or venous draw). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Dock7 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 23 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample (typically 3-5 mL) is required. Confirm specific volume and collection tube type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Hcn1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 24 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
First-line screen
SLC13A5 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 25 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCNB1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 26 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
GRIN2B Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 27 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Wwox Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 28 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
AARS1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 29 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC25A22 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 3 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
SIK1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 30 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Dnm1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 31 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCNA2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 32 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Eef1a2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 33 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
STXBP1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 4 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
GUF1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 40 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
GABRB1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 45 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GRIN2D Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 46 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
FGF12 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 47 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample is required. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Sptan1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 5 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
SCN1A Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 6 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CUX2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 67 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCNQ2 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 7 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ARHGEF9 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 8 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
PCDH19 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 9 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
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Epilepsy & Seizure Disorder Genetics 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 Epilepsy & Seizure Disorder Genetics?+
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.
Book a genetic test
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