Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Autoimmune Cerebellar Ataxia Panel Test
First-line screen
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Timing on request
KSh 200,000
Episodic Ataxia Comprehensive Profile Hotspot Test
First-line screen
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
5 Business DaysResults are typically available within 5 business days for samples submitted by Monday at 11 am.
KSh 32,000
Episodic Ataxia Type 1 Hotspot Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 23,000
Episodic Ataxia Type 2 Hotspot Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Friday, provided the sample is collected by 11 am on Monday.
KSh 23,000
Fragile X Tremor Ataxia Syndrome FXTAS Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 16,000
Nx Gen Sequencing Ataxiatelangiectasia Test
First-line screen
10 mL (5 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
40 Working DaysReports are typically available within 40 working days after sample receipt.
KSh 46,800
Nx Gen Sequencing Episodic Ataxia Test
First-line screen
Two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes containing a minimum of 5 mL and a maximum of 10 mL of whole blood per tube.
Timing on request
KSh 46,800
SCA Spinocerebellar Ataxia Profile Any 4 Markers Test
First-line screen
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 20,000
SCA Spinocerebellar Ataxia Comprehensive Profile Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 28,000
SCA Spinocerebellar Ataxia Extended Profile Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. The Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) must be completed.
Timing on request
KSh 64,000
SCA1 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN1 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
10–12 DaysResults are typically available within 10-12 days.
KSh 5,850
SCA11 Spinocerebellar Ataxia TTBK2 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
10–12 DaysApproximately 10-12 days.
KSh 15,000
SCA12 Spinocerebellar Ataxia PPP2R2B Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
SCA14 Spinocerebellar Ataxia PRKCG Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 15,000
SCA17 Spinocerebellar Ataxia TBP Gene Mutation 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 9,000
SCA2 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN2 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. The sample must be shipped refrigerated. Do not freeze. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
Timing on request
KSh 9,850
SCA23 Spinocerebellar Ataxia PDYN Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. The sample must be shipped refrigerated. Do not freeze. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
See timing detailsSample received by Tuesday 11 am; Report available Saturday.
KSh 15,000
SCA3 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN3 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
SCA5 Spinocerebellar Ataxia SPTBN2 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Saturday, provided the sample is submitted by Tuesday at 11 am.
KSh 15,000
SCA6 Spinocerebellar Ataxia CACNA1A Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
Blood sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within a few days after sample receipt. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 8,000
SCA7 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN7 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
Minimum of 2 mL of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 8,000
SCA8 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN8OS ATXN8 Gene Mutation Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 15,000
Ataxia Comprehensive Panel Genetic Test
First-line screen
Peripheral blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Ataxia Panel Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Ataxia Repeat Expansion Panel 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
Cox20 Gene Ataxia and Muscle Hypotonia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
MRE11 Gene Ataxia Telangiectasia Like Disorder Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
DNAJC3 Gene Ataxia Combined Cerebellar and Peripheral with Hearing Loss and Diabetes Mellitus Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually 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
FLVCR1 Gene Ataxia Posterior Column with Retinitis Pigmentosa Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific volume and collection tube type with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
MTTV Gene Ataxia Progressive Seizures Mental Deterioration and Hearing Loss MTTV Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Autoimmune Cerebellar Ataxia Panel Test
Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in an SST tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 200,000
First-line screen
Episodic Ataxia Comprehensive Profile Hotspot Test
Sample type
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
5 Business DaysResults are typically available within 5 business days for samples submitted by Monday at 11 am.
Price
KSh 32,000
First-line screen
Episodic Ataxia Type 1 Hotspot Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 23,000
First-line screen
Episodic Ataxia Type 2 Hotspot Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Friday, provided the sample is collected by 11 am on Monday.
Price
KSh 23,000
First-line screen
Fragile X Tremor Ataxia Syndrome FXTAS Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,000
First-line screen
Nx Gen Sequencing Ataxiatelangiectasia Test
Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
40 Working DaysReports are typically available within 40 working days after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 46,800
First-line screen
Nx Gen Sequencing Episodic Ataxia Test
Sample type
Two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes containing a minimum of 5 mL and a maximum of 10 mL of whole blood per tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 46,800
First-line screen
SCA Spinocerebellar Ataxia Profile Any 4 Markers Test
Sample type
4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen
SCA Spinocerebellar Ataxia Comprehensive Profile Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 28,000
First-line screen
SCA Spinocerebellar Ataxia Extended Profile Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. The Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) must be completed.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 64,000
First-line screen
SCA1 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN1 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
10–12 DaysResults are typically available within 10-12 days.
Price
KSh 5,850
First-line screen
SCA11 Spinocerebellar Ataxia TTBK2 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
10–12 DaysApproximately 10-12 days.
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
SCA12 Spinocerebellar Ataxia PPP2R2B Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
SCA14 Spinocerebellar Ataxia PRKCG Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
SCA17 Spinocerebellar Ataxia TBP Gene Mutation 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 9,000
First-line screen
SCA2 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN2 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. The sample must be shipped refrigerated. Do not freeze. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,850
First-line screen
SCA23 Spinocerebellar Ataxia PDYN Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. The sample must be shipped refrigerated. Do not freeze. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
Turnaround
See timing detailsSample received by Tuesday 11 am; Report available Saturday.
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
SCA3 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN3 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
SCA5 Spinocerebellar Ataxia SPTBN2 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available by Saturday, provided the sample is submitted by Tuesday at 11 am.
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
SCA6 Spinocerebellar Ataxia CACNA1A Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
Blood sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within a few days after sample receipt. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
SCA7 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN7 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
Minimum of 2 mL of whole blood collected in a lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
SCA8 Spinocerebellar Ataxia ATXN8OS ATXN8 Gene Mutation Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
Ataxia Comprehensive Panel Genetic Test
Sample type
Peripheral 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
Ataxia Panel Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Ataxia Repeat Expansion Panel 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
Cox20 Gene Ataxia and Muscle Hypotonia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MRE11 Gene Ataxia Telangiectasia Like Disorder Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DNAJC3 Gene Ataxia Combined Cerebellar and Peripheral with Hearing Loss and Diabetes Mellitus Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually 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
FLVCR1 Gene Ataxia Posterior Column with Retinitis Pigmentosa Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific volume and collection tube type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MTTV Gene Ataxia Progressive Seizures Mental Deterioration and Hearing Loss MTTV Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Spinocerebellar Ataxias & Friedreich Ataxia 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxias & Friedreich Ataxia?+
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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