Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
FISH ROS1 6q22 Rearrangement Test
First-line screen
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block containing at least 10% tumor tissue. A completed Chromosome & FISH analysis Requisition Form (Form 17) is required.
4 Working DaysReports are typically available within 4 working days after sample receipt, provided the sample is submitted by 4 PM daily.
KSh 17,000
FISH Sperm Aneuploidy Test
First-line screen
Semen sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
4 DaysResults are typically available within 4 days of sample receipt.
KSh 20,000
FISH SRYGENE Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four days.
KSh 14,742
FISH Synovial Sarcoma SS18 SYT 18q112 Gene Rearrangement Test
First-line screen
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block containing at least 10% tumor tissue.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four working days.
KSh 24,000
FISH T 1221 or LSI TELAML1 Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL min.) of whole blood OR 4 mL (2 mL min.) of bone marrow in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four working days.
KSh 12,000
FISH T 1517 OR LSI PMLRARA Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood OR 4 mL (2 mL minimum) Bone Marrow collected in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four working days.
KSh 12,000
FISH T1114 or LSI IGHCCNDI Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood or 4 mL (2 mL minimum) Bone Marrow collected in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
Timing on request
KSh 12,000
FISH T814 or MYCIGH for Burkitt Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood or 4 mL (2 mL minimum) bone marrow collected in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
4 Working DaysReports are typically available within 4 working days after sample receipt.
KSh 12,000
FISH Trisomy 21 Down Syndrome Test
First-line screen
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sample (CVS). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
4 DaysResults are typically available within 4 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 12,000
Maternal Serum Screen 2 Advanced Reflex to Maternal Blood for Fetal DNA MBFD Chromosome 21 Test
First-line screen
Maternal blood sample.
Timing on request
KSh 7,000
Maternal Serum Screen 2 Dual Test
First-line screen
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Timing on request
KSh 5,031
Microarray Gene Chip Scanning Test
First-line screen
Affymetrix Gene chip. Blood or tissue samples are not acceptable.
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day after sample submission. Samples are processed daily by 6 PM.
KSh 2,340
PML RARA t1517q22q12 Gene Rearrangement Qualitative PCR Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Timing on request
KSh 15,000
PML RARA t15 17q22q12 Gene Rearrangement Quantitative MRD Monitor Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) of whole blood or bone marrow collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 12,168
PML RARA t15 17q22q12 Gene Rearrangement Quantitative PCR Test
First-line screen
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
See timing detailsSamples collected on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM will have reports available on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, respectively.
KSh 15,000
T911 P2122Q23 MLLAF9 PCR Qualitative Test
First-line screen
Blood or bone marrow sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 10,000
Lcat Gene Fish Eye Disease Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CEP57 Gene Mosaic Variegated Aneuploidy Syndrome Type 2 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Chr 22q133 Gene Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
All Fish Panel Fish BCR/ABL TEL/AML1 MLL E2A
First-line screen
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample.
Timing on request
KSh 29,700
All Panel Cytogenetics FISH BCR/ABL TEL/AML1 MLL E2A
First-line screen
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample.
10 DaysApproximately 10 days.
KSh 44,000
AML FISH Panel (FISH AML/ETO, inv(16), PML/RARA, MLL)
First-line screen
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample containing sufficient nucleated cells. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 29,700
AML Panel Cytogenetics FISH AMLETO inv16 PMLRARA MLL
First-line screen
Bone marrow or peripheral blood sample.
10 DaysApproximately 10 days.
KSh 36,000
FISH BCL6 3q27 Gene Rearrangement
First-line screen
Paraffin-embedded tumor tissue block.
Timing on request
KSh 18,000
Bone Marrow for Karyotyping
First-line screen
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 8,000
Chromosome 21
First-line screen
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires a blood sample or amniotic fluid/chorionic villus sample for prenatal testing.
Timing on request
KSh 11,000
Chromosome Breakage Syndrome
First-line screen
Peripheral blood sample (4-5ml) collected in a Sodium Heparin Vacutainer tube.
8–10 DaysResults are typically available within 8-10 days.
KSh 18,000
Chromosomes 13 & 21
First-line screen
Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi sample (CVS), or Cord blood.
3–4 DaysTypically 3-4 days.
KSh 12,000
Chromosomes 13 18 21 X Y
First-line screen
Amniotic fluid, chorionic villus sampling (CVS), cord blood, or peripheral blood sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 19,500
Chromosomes 18 X Y
First-line screen
Amniotic fluid, chorionic villi sample, cord blood, or peripheral blood sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
FISH ROS1 6q22 Rearrangement Test
Sample type
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block containing at least 10% tumor tissue. A completed Chromosome & FISH analysis Requisition Form (Form 17) is required.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysReports are typically available within 4 working days after sample receipt, provided the sample is submitted by 4 PM daily.
Price
KSh 17,000
First-line screen
FISH Sperm Aneuploidy Test
Sample type
Semen sample collected in a sterile, screw-capped container.
Turnaround
4 DaysResults are typically available within 4 days of sample receipt.
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen
FISH SRYGENE Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four days.
Price
KSh 14,742
First-line screen
FISH Synovial Sarcoma SS18 SYT 18q112 Gene Rearrangement Test
Sample type
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block containing at least 10% tumor tissue.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four working days.
Price
KSh 24,000
First-line screen
FISH T 1221 or LSI TELAML1 Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL min.) of whole blood OR 4 mL (2 mL min.) of bone marrow in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four working days.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
FISH T 1517 OR LSI PMLRARA Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood OR 4 mL (2 mL minimum) Bone Marrow collected in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within four working days.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
FISH T1114 or LSI IGHCCNDI Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood or 4 mL (2 mL minimum) Bone Marrow collected in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
FISH T814 or MYCIGH for Burkitt Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood or 4 mL (2 mL minimum) bone marrow collected in 2 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tubes.
Turnaround
4 Working DaysReports are typically available within 4 working days after sample receipt.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
FISH Trisomy 21 Down Syndrome Test
Sample type
Amniotic fluid or chorionic villus sample (CVS). Confirm specific sample type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 DaysResults are typically available within 4 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
Maternal Serum Screen 2 Advanced Reflex to Maternal Blood for Fetal DNA MBFD Chromosome 21 Test
Sample type
Maternal blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 7,000
First-line screen
Maternal Serum Screen 2 Dual Test
Sample type
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 5,031
First-line screen
Microarray Gene Chip Scanning Test
Sample type
Affymetrix Gene chip. Blood or tissue samples are not acceptable.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available the next day after sample submission. Samples are processed daily by 6 PM.
Price
KSh 2,340
First-line screen
PML RARA t1517q22q12 Gene Rearrangement Qualitative PCR Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
PML RARA t15 17q22q12 Gene Rearrangement Quantitative MRD Monitor Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) of whole blood or bone marrow collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 12,168
First-line screen
PML RARA t15 17q22q12 Gene Rearrangement Quantitative PCR Test
Sample type
5 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
See timing detailsSamples collected on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM will have reports available on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, respectively.
Price
KSh 15,000
First-line screen
T911 P2122Q23 MLLAF9 PCR Qualitative Test
Sample type
Blood or bone marrow sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 10,000
First-line screen
Lcat Gene Fish Eye Disease Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CEP57 Gene Mosaic Variegated Aneuploidy Syndrome Type 2 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Chr 22q133 Gene Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
All Fish Panel Fish BCR/ABL TEL/AML1 MLL E2A
Sample type
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 29,700
First-line screen
All Panel Cytogenetics FISH BCR/ABL TEL/AML1 MLL E2A
Sample type
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample.
Turnaround
10 DaysApproximately 10 days.
Price
KSh 44,000
First-line screen
AML FISH Panel (FISH AML/ETO, inv(16), PML/RARA, MLL)
Sample type
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample containing sufficient nucleated cells. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 29,700
First-line screen
AML Panel Cytogenetics FISH AMLETO inv16 PMLRARA MLL
Sample type
Bone marrow or peripheral blood sample.
Turnaround
10 DaysApproximately 10 days.
Price
KSh 36,000
First-line screen
FISH BCL6 3q27 Gene Rearrangement
Sample type
Paraffin-embedded tumor tissue block.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 18,000
First-line screen
Bone Marrow for Karyotyping
Sample type
Bone marrow aspirate or peripheral blood sample.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 8,000
First-line screen
Chromosome 21
Sample type
Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires a blood sample or amniotic fluid/chorionic villus sample for prenatal testing.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 11,000
First-line screen
Chromosome Breakage Syndrome
Sample type
Peripheral blood sample (4-5ml) collected in a Sodium Heparin Vacutainer tube.
Turnaround
8–10 DaysResults are typically available within 8-10 days.
Price
KSh 18,000
First-line screen
Chromosomes 13 & 21
Sample type
Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi sample (CVS), or Cord blood.
Turnaround
3–4 DaysTypically 3-4 days.
Price
KSh 12,000
First-line screen
Chromosomes 13 18 21 X Y
Sample type
Amniotic fluid, chorionic villus sampling (CVS), cord blood, or peripheral blood sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 19,500
First-line screen
Chromosomes 18 X Y
Sample type
Amniotic fluid, chorionic villi sample, cord blood, or peripheral blood sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 12,000
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.
The Fish Allergen Test helps identify potential allergic reactions to fish by measuring specific IgE antibodies in your blood. This test can be useful for individuals experiencing symptoms after eating fish, aiding in dietary management and avoiding allergic responses.
The Paternal Lineage YSTR Test analyzes the Y-chromosome to help individuals understand their paternal ancestry and confirm relationships between males. This test is useful for kinship studies, inheritance matters, and exploring family history.
