Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Nx Gen Sequencing Dystonia Test
First-line screen
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
40 Working DaysReport available in 40 working days.
KSh 46,800
Parkinson Disease Panel Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of Blood on FTA Card. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
TRPM7 Gene Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis-Parkinsonism-Dementia Complex Susceptibility to 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
SNCA Gene Dementia Lewy Body Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Extracted DNA. Alternatively, one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GBA Gene Lewy Body Dementia Susceptibility to Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample or extracted DNA.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DNAL4 Gene Mirror Movements Type 3 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
MicU1 Gene Myopathy with Extrapyramidal Signs Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SNCA Gene PARK1 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample or extracted DNA.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
HTRA2 Gene PARK13 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
PLA2G6 Gene PARK14 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
FBXO7 Gene PARK15 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
VPS35 Gene PARK17 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). 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
DNAJC6 Gene PARK19 Parkinson Juvenile-Onset Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksTypically 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
PRKN Gene PARK2 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SYNJ1 Gene PARK20 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DNAJC13 Gene PARK21 Parkinson 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
SNCA Gene PARK4 Parkinson 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
UCHL1 Gene PARK5 Parkinson 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
PINK1 Gene PARK6 Parkinson 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
PARK7 Gene PARK7 Parkinson 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
Lrrk2 Gene Park8 Parkinson Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ATP13A2 Gene PARK9 Parkinson 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
GBA Gene Parkinson Disease Late-Onset Susceptibility to Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MTTT Gene Parkinson Disease Susceptibility to MTTT Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube)
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ATP6AP2 Gene Parkinsonism With Spasticity Xlinked Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SLC6A3 Gene Parkinsonism-Dystonia Infantile Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 1 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
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 2 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
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 3 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 3C Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Nx Gen Sequencing Dystonia Test
Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
40 Working DaysReport available in 40 working days.
Price
KSh 46,800
First-line screen
Parkinson Disease Panel Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of Blood on FTA Card. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
TRPM7 Gene Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis-Parkinsonism-Dementia Complex Susceptibility to 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
SNCA Gene Dementia Lewy Body Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Extracted DNA. Alternatively, one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GBA Gene Lewy Body Dementia Susceptibility to Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DNAL4 Gene Mirror Movements Type 3 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
MicU1 Gene Myopathy with Extrapyramidal Signs 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
First-line screen
SNCA Gene PARK1 Parkinson Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
HTRA2 Gene PARK13 Parkinson 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
PLA2G6 Gene PARK14 Parkinson Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. 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
FBXO7 Gene PARK15 Parkinson 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
VPS35 Gene PARK17 Parkinson Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). 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
DNAJC6 Gene PARK19 Parkinson Juvenile-Onset Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksTypically 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
PRKN Gene PARK2 Parkinson Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, 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
SYNJ1 Gene PARK20 Parkinson 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
DNAJC13 Gene PARK21 Parkinson 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
SNCA Gene PARK4 Parkinson 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
UCHL1 Gene PARK5 Parkinson 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
PINK1 Gene PARK6 Parkinson 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
PARK7 Gene PARK7 Parkinson 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
Lrrk2 Gene Park8 Parkinson 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
First-line screen
ATP13A2 Gene PARK9 Parkinson 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
GBA Gene Parkinson Disease Late-Onset Susceptibility to Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MTTT Gene Parkinson Disease Susceptibility to MTTT Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
ATP6AP2 Gene Parkinsonism With Spasticity Xlinked 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
SLC6A3 Gene Parkinsonism-Dystonia Infantile Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 1 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
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 2 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
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 3 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
GBA Gene Gaucher Disease Type 3C 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
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Parkinson Disease & Movement 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 Parkinson Disease & Movement 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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