Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Canavan Disease Test
First-line screen
10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine in a sterile screw-capped container. Do not use preservatives.
Timing on request
KSh 9,000
Chromosomal Microarray CMA 750K High Resolution Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
15 DaysResults are typically available within 15 days.
KSh 36,000
Chromosome Xon Microarray High Resolution Test
First-line screen
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
25 Working DaysApproximately 25 working days.
KSh 63,180
FISH Microdeletion Detection for Williams Syndrome Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days.
KSh 17,000
CNTNAP2 Gene Cortical Dysplasia-Focal Epilepsy Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
TMCO1 Gene Craniofacial Dysmorphism Skeletal Anomalies and Mental Retardation Syndrome 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
SLC1A4 Gene Developmental Delay and Microcephaly SLC1A4 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
GNAQ Gene Developmental Delay GNAQ Related 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
KMT2C Gene Developmental Delay KMT2C Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SCN2A Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 11 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
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
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
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
GRIN2A Gene Epilepsy with Neurodevelopmental Defects 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
FLNA Gene Heterotopia Periventricular ED Variant Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or blood spot on FTA card.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks after the sample is received by the laboratory.
KSh 40,000
GLRA1 Gene Hyperekplexia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
GLRB Gene Hyperekplexia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SLC6A5 Gene Hyperekplexia 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
ARHGEF9 Gene Hyperekplexia EIEE8 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
TCTN1 Gene Joubert Syndrome Type 13 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
TMEM216 Gene Joubert Syndrome Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
KDM6A Gene Kabuki Syndrome 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
DCX Gene Lissencephaly Subcortical Laminal Heteropia X-Linked Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ZCCHC12 Gene Mental Retardation Nonsyndromic 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
ARID1B Gene Mental Retardation Autosomal Dominant Type 12 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
KPTN Gene Mental Retardation Autosomal Recessive Type 41 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
UBE2A Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Syndromic Nascimento-Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
ZDHHC9 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Syndromic Raymond Type Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
HUWE1 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Syndromic Turner Type 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
PAK3 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Type 30 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). 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
First-line screen
Canavan Disease Test
Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine in a sterile screw-capped container. Do not use preservatives.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Chromosomal Microarray CMA 750K High Resolution Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
15 DaysResults are typically available within 15 days.
Price
KSh 36,000
First-line screen
Chromosome Xon Microarray High Resolution Test
Sample type
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
25 Working DaysApproximately 25 working days.
Price
KSh 63,180
First-line screen
FISH Microdeletion Detection for Williams Syndrome Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysResults are typically available within 4 working days.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen
CNTNAP2 Gene Cortical Dysplasia-Focal Epilepsy Syndrome 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
TMCO1 Gene Craniofacial Dysmorphism Skeletal Anomalies and Mental Retardation Syndrome 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
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 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GNAQ Gene Developmental Delay GNAQ Related 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
KMT2C Gene Developmental Delay KMT2C Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SCN2A Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 11 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
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
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
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
GRIN2A Gene Epilepsy with Neurodevelopmental Defects 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
FLNA Gene Heterotopia Periventricular ED Variant Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or blood spot on FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks after the sample is received by the laboratory.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GLRA1 Gene Hyperekplexia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GLRB Gene Hyperekplexia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SLC6A5 Gene Hyperekplexia 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
ARHGEF9 Gene Hyperekplexia EIEE8 Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TCTN1 Gene Joubert Syndrome Type 13 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
TMEM216 Gene Joubert Syndrome Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KDM6A Gene Kabuki Syndrome 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
DCX Gene Lissencephaly Subcortical Laminal Heteropia X-Linked 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
ZCCHC12 Gene Mental Retardation Nonsyndromic 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
ARID1B Gene Mental Retardation Autosomal Dominant Type 12 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
KPTN Gene Mental Retardation Autosomal Recessive Type 41 Genetic Test
Sample type
A 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
UBE2A Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Syndromic Nascimento-Type Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ZDHHC9 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Syndromic Raymond Type 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 detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
HUWE1 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Syndromic Turner 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
PAK3 Gene Mental Retardation X-Linked Type 30 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). 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
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Neurodevelopmental & Brain Malformation Syndromes 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 Neurodevelopmental & Brain Malformation Syndromes?+
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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