MTND5 Gene Leigh Syndrome Due to Mitochondrial Complex I Deficiency 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
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Mitochondrial Neurological Disorders (Leigh/MELAS/MERRF)
mtDNA & Nuclear Mitochondrial Panels
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65 tests
MTND6 Gene Leigh Syndrome Due to Mitochondrial Complex I Deficiency Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
NDUFA12 Gene Leigh Syndrome Due to Mitochondrial Complex I Deficiency 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
LIPT1 Gene Leigh Syndrome Due to Pyruvate and Alpha-Ketoglutarate Dehydrogenase Deficiencies LIPT1 Related Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
PC Gene Leigh Syndrome Due to Pyruvate Carboxylase Deficiency 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
TACO1 Gene Leigh Syndrome Due To The Mitochondrial Complex IV Deficiency 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
Lrpprc Gene Leigh Syndrome FrenchCanadian 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
PDHA1 Gene Leigh Syndrome X-Linked 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
Mttl1 Gene Melas Syndrome Mttl1 Related Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
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
MTTP Gene MERRF Syndrome MTTP Related 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
MTTS1 Gene MERRF/MELAS Overlap Syndrome MTTS1 Related Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
MTTS2 Gene MERRFMELAS Overlap Syndrome MTTS2 Related Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
SUCLG1 Gene Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome Encephalomyopathic Type with Methylmalonic Aciduria Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
MFF Gene Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
MTCYB Gene Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
PUS1 Gene Mitochondrial Myopathy and Sideroblastic Anemia Type 1 Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
POLG Gene Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalopathy Syndrome Without Leukoencephalopathy Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
TYMP Gene Mitochondrial Neurogastrointestinal Encephalopathy Syndrome Without Leukoencephalopathy 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
GFER Gene Myopathy Mitochondrial Progressive with Congenital Cataract Hearing Loss and Developmental Delay Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume and collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
MTTV Gene Neonatal Death Due Leigh Syndrome MTTV Related 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
Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome 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
MTTL1 Gene MELAS Syndrome MTTL1 Related 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
PCK2 Gene Phosphoenolpyruvate Carboxykinase Deficiency Mitochondrial 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
MTRNR1 Gene Deafness Nonsyndromic Sensorineural Mitochondrial 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
MTTH Gene Cardiomyopathy Idiopathic Dilated Mitochondrial MTTH Related Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 40,000
MTTC Gene MELAS Syndrome Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA card.
- Turnaround
- 4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
Mttf Gene Melas Syndrome 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
MTTS1 Gene MERRFMELAS Overlap Syndrome MTTS1 Related 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
MTTS2 Gene MERRF/MELAS Overlap Syndrome MTTS2 Related 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
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Mitochondrial Neurological Disorders (Leigh/MELAS/MERRF) 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 Mitochondrial Neurological Disorders (Leigh/MELAS/MERRF)?
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.