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Heavy Metal & Toxic Element Testing

Lead/Arsenic/Mercury/Cadmium Panels

Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.

  • KMLTTB Regulated Laboratory
  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

39 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Aluminium Dialysis Fluid Test

Sample type
Dialysis fluid.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 4,680
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Aluminium Plasma Test

Sample type
3 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma collected in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 4,680
First-line screen

Aluminium Serum Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.0 mL minimum) serum collected in a metal-free White Top (Z-No Additive) tube. Use powderless gloves during collection.
Turnaround
See timing details Report typically available the next day if the sample is collected by 6 PM.
Price
KSh 4,680
First-line screen

Arsenic Blood Test

Sample type
Blood sample (venous).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen

Arsenic 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection in an acid-washed, metal-free container. A collection kit is available from the laboratory.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen

Arsenic Random Urine Test

Sample type
Random urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
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Bismuth 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection in an acid-washed (metal-free) container kit.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Bismuth Random Urine Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine collected in an acid-washed (metal-free) container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen

Cadmium 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection. A specific container will be provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day, but confirm the exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Cadmium Blood Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing details Results typically available the next day if the sample is submitted by 6 PM daily.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Cadmium Random Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL (minimum 5 mL) aliquot of random urine collected in a metal-free, acid-washed container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Chromium 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL aliquot of a 24-hour urine collection in an acid-washed (metal-free) container kit provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day if the sample is submitted by 6 PM daily.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Chromium Blood Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Results typically available the next day if the sample is collected by 6 PM.
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Chromium Random Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Cobalt 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of 24-hour urine collected in a metal-free container kit.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
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Cobalt Random Urine Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) random urine sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Cobalt Blood Test

Sample type
Blood sample (whole blood). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Heavy Metal Screen Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube; 10 mL (5 mL min.) aliquot of random urine in an acid-washed (metal-free) container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen

Lead Poisoning Panel Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection (10 mL minimum) in a dark-colored container without preservative, shipped frozen. Whole blood (4 mL minimum) collected in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube, shipped refrigerated.
Turnaround
See timing details Sample collected on Tuesday or Friday by 9 am; report available the next day.
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen

Lead 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of 24-hour urine collected in an acid-washed (metal-free) container kit available from the laboratory. The total 24-hour urine volume must be measured and recorded.
Turnaround
See timing details Sample received daily by 6 pm; Report available the next day.
Price
KSh 4,000
First-line screen

Lead Blood Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube. Use powderless gloves during collection.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day after the sample is received by the laboratory by 6 PM.
Price
KSh 4,000
First-line screen

Lead Random Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine.
Turnaround
See timing details Samples must be submitted by 6 PM for next-day reporting.
Price
KSh 4,000
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Manganese 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
24-hour urine collection in an acid-washed, metal-free container.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Manganese Random Urine Test

Sample type
A random urine sample, minimum 5 mL (10 mL preferred).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Manganese Blood Test

Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen

Mercury 24 Hour Urine Test

Sample type
A 24-hour urine collection in an acid-washed, metal-free container kit provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Mercury Random Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine collected in an acid-washed (metal-free) container.
Turnaround
See timing details Reports are typically available the next day after sample receipt (samples accepted daily by 6 PM).
Price
KSh 9,000
First-line screen

Metal Screen 1 Serum Test

Sample type
3 mL (1 mL minimum) serum collected in a metal-free white top (Z-tube, no additive).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen

Metal Screen 2 Whole Blood Test

Sample type
4 mL of whole blood collected in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day if the sample is submitted by 6 PM. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 30,000
First-line screen

Metal Screen 3 Urine Test

Sample type
A 10 mL aliquot of a 24-hour urine collection in an acid-washed (metal-free) container kit provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 38,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Heavy Metal & Toxic Element Testing 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 Heavy Metal & Toxic Element Testing?

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.

Quick factsheet

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