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Vitamin & Micronutrient Panels

Vitamin D/B12/Folate/Zinc/Selenium Panels

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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

64 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Vitamin B12 Active Holotranscobalamin Test

Sample type
Blood sample (Serum)
Turnaround
Same Day Same-day reporting available for samples collected by 4 PM.
Price
KSh 3,744
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Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin Test

Sample type
Serum (Blood sample)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 2,574
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Vitamin B2 Riboflavin Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 26,000
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Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from one Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Plasma must be separated within 3 hours of collection, frozen immediately, and shipped frozen. Do not thaw. Protect the tube from light by wrapping it in aluminum foil.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Sample must be received by the 7th of the month for results within 2-3 weeks. Confirm current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 21,013
First-line screen

Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid Test

Sample type
2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube.
Turnaround
2–3 Weeks Report available approximately 2-3 weeks after sample receipt (if sample received by the 7th of the month).
Price
KSh 30,000
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Vitamin D 1 25Dihydroxy Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in one Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Same Day Same day if samples are submitted by 11 am, Monday through Saturday.
Price
KSh 9,000
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Vitamin D 25 Hydroxy Test

Sample type
Blood sample (Serum)
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 3,627
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Vitamin D Comprehensive Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
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Vitamin D Screen Test

Sample type
Blood sample (Serum).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
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Vitamin D Ultrasensitive Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 6,000
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Vitamin E Tocopherol Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum from 1 Red Top tube (No Additive). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. Separate serum from cells within 1 hour of collection. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Wrap in aluminum foil to protect from light.
Turnaround
See timing details Sample collected by Friday 9 AM; Report available by Tuesday.
Price
KSh 11,000
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Vitamin K Test

Sample type
Plasma
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 80,000
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Vitamin Profile Extended Test

Sample type
3 mL serum from 1 Red Top tube AND 3 mL whole blood from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
See timing details Report available by Tuesday if the sample is collected by Friday 9 am.
Price
KSh 22,000
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Vitamin A Retinol Test

Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) of serum collected in a red top tube (no additive).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 11,000
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Vitamin B1 Thiamine Pyrophosphate Blood Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. The tube must be completely wrapped in black paper or aluminium foil to protect from light.
Turnaround
See timing details Sample received by Friday 9 am; report typically available Tuesday.
Price
KSh 22,000
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Vitamin B1 Thiamine Test

Sample type
3 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Separate plasma/serum within 4 hours of collection and freeze. Ship frozen. DO NOT THAW. Wrap in aluminum foil to protect from light.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,210
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Vitamin Screen Test

Sample type
Blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 4,446
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Zinc 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
Timing on request
Price
KSh 4,212
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Zinc Random Urine Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) aliquot of random urine collected in a metal-free, acid-washed container provided by the laboratory.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available the next day if the sample is received by 6 PM.
Price
KSh 4,212
First-line screen

Zinc Serum Plasma Test

Sample type
3 mL (1 mL minimum) serum in a metal-free White Top (Z-No Additive) tube OR 3 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma in a metal-free Royal Blue Top (K2EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 4,212
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MSTN Gene Muscle Hypertrophy 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

FOLR1 Gene Neurodegeneration Due to Cerebral Folate Transport Deficiency 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

TTPA Gene Vitamin E Familial Deficiency 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

MTR Gene Methylcobalamin Deficiency CblG Type 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

MMADHC Gene Methylmalonic Aciduria CblD Type Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
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CYP2R1 Gene Rickets Vitamin D 25-Hydroxylation-Deficient Type 1B Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CYP27B1 Gene Rickets Vitamin D Dependent Type 1 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TCN2 Gene Transcobalamin II Deficiency Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

SLC39A4 Gene Acrodermatitis Enteropathica Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

VDR Gene Rickets Vitamin D-Resistant Type 2A Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Vitamin & Micronutrient Panels 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 Vitamin & Micronutrient Panels?

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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