Aluminium Dialysis Fluid Test
- Sample type
- Dialysis fluid.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 4,680
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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.
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- Nationwide & Home Sample Collection
Test comparison
39 tests
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
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
Arsenic Blood Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (venous).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 8,000
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
Arsenic Random Urine Test
- Sample type
- Random urine sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 8,000
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Chromium Random Urine Test
- Sample type
- A 10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 9,000
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
Cobalt Random Urine Test
- Sample type
- 10 mL (5 mL minimum) random urine sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 9,000
Cobalt Blood Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (whole blood). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 9,000
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
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
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
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
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
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
Manganese Random Urine Test
- Sample type
- A random urine sample, minimum 5 mL (10 mL preferred).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 7,000
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
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
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
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
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
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.