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Chromosomal Microarray & Karyotyping

CMA/SNP Microarray/Karyotype Panels

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  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
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  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

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149 tests

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Ped ALL Panel Karyotyping MLPA Deletion Duplication FISH Panel

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
7–10 Days Typically 7-10 days.
Price
KSh 48,000
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Peripheral Blood for High Resolution Couple Karyotyping

Sample type
Peripheral blood samples from both partners.
Turnaround
10–12 Days Results are typically available within 10-12 days.
Price
KSh 15,200
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Peripheral Blood for High Resolution Single Karyotyping

Sample type
Peripheral blood collected in a Sodium Heparin Vacutainer (2ml).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
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Peripheral Blood for Karyotyping Couple

Sample type
Peripheral blood samples from both partners.
Turnaround
10–12 Days
Price
KSh 15,200
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Peripheral Blood for Karyotyping Single

Sample type
Peripheral blood sample (typically collected in a heparin tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 8,000
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PraderWilli Syndrome FISH

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,500
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Prader-Willi Syndrome Karyotyping FISH

Sample type
Peripheral blood sample collected in a Sodium heparin Vacutainer (2ml).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,500
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Prenatal Diagnostic Screening by Karyotyping

Sample type
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sample (CVS). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 24,000
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Prenatal Diagnostic Screening by Karyotyping FISH for Any One 13 18 21 X and Y

Sample type
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus tissue sample.
Turnaround
15–20 Days The source indicates a typical timeframe of 15-20 days.
Price
KSh 27,000
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Prenatal Diagnostic Screening by Karyotyping FISH for 13 18 21 X and Y

Sample type
Amniotic fluid or Chorionic Villus Sample (CVS). Confirm the specific sample type required with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 36,000
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Products of Conception POC for Karyotyping

Sample type
Products of Conception (POC) tissue, such as placental tissue or products from a miscarriage or termination. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 37,000
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QF PCR Any One Marker Karyotyping

Sample type
Amniotic fluid, Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) tissue, or Cord blood. Confirm specific sample type and volume requirements with the laboratory before collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 21,000
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QF PCR Panel 131821XY Karyotyping

Sample type
Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi (CVS), or Cord blood.
Turnaround
1–2 Days Typically 1-2 days.
Price
KSh 24,000
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Trisomy 12 CLL

Sample type
Peripheral blood or bone marrow sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,500
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Trisomy 8 AML

Sample type
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood collected in a Sodium Heparin Vacutainer (2ml). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
3–4 Days Approximately 3-4 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 10,500
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Williams Syndrome FISH

Sample type
Peripheral blood (EDTA tube), Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi sample (CVS), Cord blood.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,500
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Williams Syndrome Karyotyping FISH

Sample type
Peripheral blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,500
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X Y Identification

Sample type
Peripheral blood sample (typically 3-5 mL in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,500
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NIFTY NonInvasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) Test

Sample type
Maternal blood sample (approximately 10ml).
Turnaround
8–10 Days Results are typically available within 8-10 days.
Price
KSh 20,000
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Molecular Karyotyping for Amniotic Fluid Test

Sample type
Amniotic fluid sample.
Turnaround
7–9 Days Results are typically available within 7-9 days.
Price
KSh 36,000
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FISH Trisomy 13 Patau Syndrome Test

Sample type
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sample (CVS). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available within one week.
Price
KSh 12,000
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FISH Trisomy 18 Edward Syndrome Test

Sample type
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sample (CVS). Confirm specific sample type requirements with the laboratory before collection.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 12,000
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FISH for X and Y

Sample type
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires a blood sample or other tissue sample as specified by the ordering physician.
Turnaround
See timing details Results are typically available within approximately one week.
Price
KSh 12,000
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Fish for Pre or Postnatal Diagnosis Chromosome 13 21

Sample type
Prenatal sample (e.g., amniotic fluid, chorionic villus sample). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,000
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FISH for Pre or Postnatal Diagnosis Chromosome 18 X Y

Sample type
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires amniotic fluid, chorionic villus sample (CVS), or blood sample.
Turnaround
10–12 Days
Price
KSh 14,000
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Semen Fish

Sample type
Semen sample. Confirm specific collection instructions with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 16,380
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FISH for Pre or Postnatal Diagnosis Chromosome 13 22

Sample type
Prenatal: Amniotic fluid or Chorionic Villus Sample (CVS). Postnatal: Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,000
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FISH for Pre or Postnatal Diagnosis Chromosome 13 23

Sample type
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sample (CVS). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 14,000
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Whole Exome Sequencing Chromosomal Microarray

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 84,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Chromosomal Microarray & Karyotyping 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 Chromosomal Microarray & Karyotyping?

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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