Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Cannabinoids Delta9THC Metabolites Marijuana Screen Urine Test
First-line screen
Urine sample.
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day.
KSh 1,591
Clomipramine Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) serum in a red top tube (no additive). Avoid SST gel barrier tubes.
Timing on request
KSh 23,000
Clorazepate Test
First-line screen
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Red Top tube (no additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. A duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory.
2–3 WeeksReport available approximately 2-3 weeks after sample receipt (if sample received by the 7th of the month).
KSh 33,000
Clozapine Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a red top tube (no additive).
3 Weeks2 to 3 weeks after sample receipt.
KSh 24,000
Comt Genotyping Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 84,240
Lamotrigine Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a Red Top tube (no additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
2–3 WeeksReport available after 2–3 weeks from sample receipt.
KSh 20,000
Lithium Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (serum).
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 702
Paroxetine Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of serum collected in a Red Top tube (No Additive).
Timing on request
KSh 76,000
Serotonin 5ht Serum Test
First-line screen
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Timing on request
KSh 9,000
Trazodone Test
First-line screen
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a Red Top (No Additive) tube.
2–3 WeeksApproximately 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
KSh 22,000
Valproic Acid Valproate Test
First-line screen
Serum (Blood sample)
Timing on request
KSh 1,872
AHNAK2 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
ANKS3 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
BPIFA3 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
EN2 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
RABGGTA Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
Myo16 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder Myo16 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
MXRA5 Gene Autism Spectrum MXRA5 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
GRM7 Gene Autism Spectrum Hyperactivity Bipolar Disorder GRM7 Related 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
Chd8 Gene Autism Susceptibility Type 18 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
Shank2 Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 17 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
NLGN4X Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 2 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
MECP2 Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 3 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
RPL10 Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 5 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
ATP1B4 Gene Autism ATP1B4 Related 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
C7orf43 Gene Autism C7orf43 Related 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
FCRL6 Gene Autism FCRL6 Related 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
GYG2 Gene Autism GYG2 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
IQCE Gene Autism IQCE Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
NTNG1 Gene Autism NTNG1 Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Cannabinoids Delta9THC Metabolites Marijuana Screen Urine Test
Sample type
Urine sample.
Turnaround
Same DayResults are typically available on the same day.
Price
KSh 1,591
First-line screen
Clomipramine Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) serum in a red top tube (no additive). Avoid SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 23,000
First-line screen
Clorazepate Test
Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Red Top tube (no additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. A duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory.
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksReport available approximately 2-3 weeks after sample receipt (if sample received by the 7th of the month).
Price
KSh 33,000
First-line screen
Clozapine Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a red top tube (no additive).
Turnaround
3 Weeks2 to 3 weeks after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 24,000
First-line screen
Comt Genotyping Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 84,240
First-line screen
Lamotrigine Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a Red Top tube (no additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksReport available after 2–3 weeks from sample receipt.
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen
Lithium Test
Sample type
Blood sample (serum).
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 702
First-line screen
Paroxetine Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) of serum collected in a Red Top tube (No Additive).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 76,000
First-line screen
Serotonin 5ht Serum Test
Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen
Trazodone Test
Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from a Red Top (No Additive) tube.
Turnaround
2–3 WeeksApproximately 2-3 weeks after sample collection.
Price
KSh 22,000
First-line screen
Valproic Acid Valproate Test
Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 1,872
First-line screen
AHNAK2 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
ANKS3 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
BPIFA3 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
EN2 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
RABGGTA Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder 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
Myo16 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder Myo16 Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MXRA5 Gene Autism Spectrum MXRA5 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
GRM7 Gene Autism Spectrum Hyperactivity Bipolar Disorder GRM7 Related 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
Chd8 Gene Autism Susceptibility Type 18 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
Shank2 Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 17 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
NLGN4X Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 2 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
MECP2 Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked 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
RPL10 Gene Autism Susceptibility X-Linked Type 5 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
ATP1B4 Gene Autism ATP1B4 Related 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
C7orf43 Gene Autism C7orf43 Related 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
FCRL6 Gene Autism FCRL6 Related 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
GYG2 Gene Autism GYG2 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
IQCE Gene Autism IQCE Related 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
NTNG1 Gene Autism NTNG1 Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 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 Psychiatric Genetics (Schizophrenia & Mood 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 Psychiatric Genetics (Schizophrenia & Mood 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.
The Single Profiling DNA Test uses genetic analysis to look at markers related to psychological conditions. It involves a blood sample and aims to provide insights into genetic predispositions relevant to psychological health.