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Microcephaly & Brain Growth Disorders

MCPH Gene Panels

Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.

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

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36 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

SLC1A4 Gene Developmental Delay and Microcephaly SLC1A4 Related Genetic Test

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

NDE1 Gene Lissencephaly Type 4 with Microcephaly Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (typically 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

EFTUD2 Gene Mandibulofacial Dysostosis with Microcephaly 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

CASK Gene Mental Retardation and Microcephaly with Pontine and Cerebellar Hypoplasia 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

STAMBP Gene Microcephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample 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

KIF2A Gene Neurodevelopmental Malformation and Microcephaly 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

KIF5C Gene Neurodevelopmental Malformation and Microcephaly Genetic Test

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

TUBG1 Gene Neurodevelopmental Malformation and Microcephaly Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection 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

ARFGEF2 Gene Periventricular Heterotopia with Microcephaly 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

NHEJ1 Gene Severe Combined Immunodeficiency with Microcephaly Growth Retardation and Sensitivity to Ionizing Radiation Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (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

TUBGCP6 Gene Microcephaly and Chorioretinopathy with or without Mental Retardation 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

WDR62 Gene Microcephaly with Cortical Malformations Autosomal Recessive Type 2 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
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 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

KIF11 Gene Microcephaly with or without Chorioretinopathy, Lymphedema, or Mental Retardation MCLMR 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

GFM2 Gene Microcephaly with Simplified Gyral Pattern and Insulin-Dependent Diabetes 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

SLC25A19 Gene Microcephaly Amish Type 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

AP4M1 Gene Microcephaly AP4M1 Related Genetic Test

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

MCPH1 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 1 Genetic Test

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

PHC1 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 11 Genetic Test

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

CDK6 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 12 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). 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

CENPE Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 13 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

CDK5RAP2 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 3 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

KNL1 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 4 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

ASPM Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 5 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a dried blood spot on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CENPJ Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 6 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

STIL Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 7 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or saliva sample. 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

Cep135 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 8 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

CEP152 Gene Microcephaly Autosomal Recessive Type 9 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Typically 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CEP63 Gene Microcephaly CEP63 Related 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

MRE11 Gene Microcephaly MRE11A Related Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Microcephaly & Brain Growth Disorders 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 Microcephaly & Brain Growth Disorders?

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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