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 & Micronutrient Panels
Vitamin D/B12/Folate/Zinc/Selenium Panels
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- Nationwide & Home Sample Collection
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64 tests
Vitamin B12 Cyanocobalamin Test
- Sample type
- Serum (Blood sample)
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 2,574
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
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
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
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
Vitamin D 25 Hydroxy Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (Serum)
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 3,627
Vitamin D Comprehensive Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 7,000
Vitamin D Screen Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (Serum).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 6,000
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
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
Vitamin K Test
- Sample type
- Plasma
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 80,000
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
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
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
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
Vitamin Screen Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 4,446
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.