Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
SCN1B Gene Generalized Epilepsy With Febrile Seizures Plus Type 1 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
SCN1A Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
GABRG2 Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SCN9A Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus Type 7 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
STX1B Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus 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
ARX Gene Hydranencephaly with Abnormal Genitalia/Lissencephaly X-Linked 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ARX Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Type 29 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
ATP6AP2 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked With Epilepsy 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
MTTK Gene MERRF Syndrome MTTK Related 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
PIGT Gene Multiple Congenital Anomalies-Hypotonia-Seizures Syndrome Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
EPM2A Gene Myoclonic Epilepsy of Lafora Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
4 WeeksTypically 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
NHLRC1 Gene Myoclonic Epilepsy of Lafora Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. A single drop of blood on an FTA card is also acceptable. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Brat1 Gene Neurodevelopmental Disorder With Cerebellar Atrophy And With Or Without Seizures Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC2A1 Gene Paroxysmal Exercise-Induced Dyskinesia with Epilepsy and/or Hemolytic Anemia 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
ARX Gene Partington Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Prickle1 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 1A Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
KCTD7 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GOSR2 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 6 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
CERS1 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 8 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Please confirm with the laboratory for specific collection instructions.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
ALDH7A1 Gene Pyridoxine-Dependent Epilepsy Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SRPX2 Gene Rolandic Epilepsy Mental Retardation and Speech Dyspraxia 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
PRRT2 Gene Seizures Benign Familial Infantile Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
KCNQ2 Gene Seizures Benign Neonatal Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
KCNQ3 Gene Seizures Benign Neonatal Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample from the infant or affected family member is required. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ASAH1 Gene Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC35A3 Gene Arthrogryposis Mental Retardation and Seizures 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
CACNA1D Gene Primary Aldosteronism Seizures and Neurologic Abnormalities 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
ARX Gene Corpus Callosum Agenesis with Abnormal Genitalia 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
ARX Gene Lissencephaly Xlinked Type 2 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
IER3IP1 Gene Microcephaly with Epilepsy and Diabetes Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific volume and collection tube 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
First-line screen
SCN1B Gene Generalized Epilepsy With Febrile Seizures Plus Type 1 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
SCN1A Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. 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
GABRG2 Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus Type 3 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SCN9A Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus Type 7 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
STX1B Gene Generalized Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus 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
First-line screen
ARX Gene Hydranencephaly with Abnormal Genitalia/Lissencephaly X-Linked 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ARX Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Type 29 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
ATP6AP2 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked With Epilepsy 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
MTTK Gene MERRF Syndrome MTTK Related 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
PIGT Gene Multiple Congenital Anomalies-Hypotonia-Seizures Syndrome Type 3 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
EPM2A Gene Myoclonic Epilepsy of Lafora Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
4 WeeksTypically 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
NHLRC1 Gene Myoclonic Epilepsy of Lafora Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. A single drop of blood on an FTA card is also acceptable. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Brat1 Gene Neurodevelopmental Disorder With Cerebellar Atrophy And With Or Without Seizures Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC2A1 Gene Paroxysmal Exercise-Induced Dyskinesia with Epilepsy and/or Hemolytic Anemia 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
ARX Gene Partington Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Prickle1 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 1A Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCTD7 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 3 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GOSR2 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 6 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
CERS1 Gene Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy Type 8 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Please confirm with the laboratory for specific collection instructions.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ALDH7A1 Gene Pyridoxine-Dependent Epilepsy Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SRPX2 Gene Rolandic Epilepsy Mental Retardation and Speech Dyspraxia 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
PRRT2 Gene Seizures Benign Familial Infantile Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCNQ2 Gene Seizures Benign Neonatal Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCNQ3 Gene Seizures Benign Neonatal Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample from the infant or affected family member is required. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ASAH1 Gene Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC35A3 Gene Arthrogryposis Mental Retardation and Seizures 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
CACNA1D Gene Primary Aldosteronism Seizures and Neurologic Abnormalities 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
ARX Gene Corpus Callosum Agenesis with Abnormal Genitalia 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
ARX Gene Lissencephaly Xlinked Type 2 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
IER3IP1 Gene Microcephaly with Epilepsy and Diabetes Syndrome 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
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
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.
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