Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Angelman Syndrome Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Timing on request
KSh 20,000
FISH Prader Willi Syndrome SNRPN 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 working days.
KSh 18,000
Prader-Willi Syndrome Mutation Detection Methylation Specific PCR Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
12 Working DaysResults are typically available within 12 working days.
KSh 22,000
Chr 15q11 Gene Angelman Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
UBE3A Gene Angelman Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CDKL5 Gene Angelmanlike Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MECP2 Gene Angelmanlike Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
ATP10A Gene Autism, Mental Retardation, Angelman Syndrome Susceptibility to ATP10A Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Chr 15q11 Gene Prader-Willi Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
Ndn Gene Prader-Willi Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collected using a specific kit). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SNRPN Gene Prader-Willi Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
Paternal UPD Chr 14 Gene Kagami-Ogata Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Chr 11p15 Gene Silver-Russell Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Maternal UPD Chr 7 Gene Silver-Russell Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Maternal UPD Chr 14 Gene Temple 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
Chr 7q11.23 Gene Williams-Beuren Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CDKN1C Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
KSh 40,000
Chr 11p15 Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (specific collection kit). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
H19 Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
KCNQ1OT1 Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
PraderWilli Syndrome FISH
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 10,500
Prader-Willi Syndrome Karyotyping FISH
First-line screen
Peripheral blood sample collected in a Sodium heparin Vacutainer (2ml).
Timing on request
KSh 16,500
First-line screen
Angelman Syndrome Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 20,000
First-line screen
FISH Prader Willi Syndrome SNRPN 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 working days.
Price
KSh 18,000
First-line screen
Prader-Willi Syndrome Mutation Detection Methylation Specific PCR Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
Turnaround
12 Working DaysResults are typically available within 12 working days.
Price
KSh 22,000
First-line screen
Chr 15q11 Gene Angelman Syndrome 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 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
UBE3A Gene Angelman Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CDKL5 Gene Angelmanlike Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MECP2 Gene Angelmanlike Syndrome 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
First-line screen
ATP10A Gene Autism, Mental Retardation, Angelman Syndrome Susceptibility to ATP10A Related 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
Chr 15q11 Gene Prader-Willi Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Ndn Gene Prader-Willi Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collected using a specific kit). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SNRPN Gene Prader-Willi Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Paternal UPD Chr 14 Gene Kagami-Ogata Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Chr 11p15 Gene Silver-Russell Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Maternal UPD Chr 7 Gene Silver-Russell Syndrome 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
Maternal UPD Chr 14 Gene Temple 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
Chr 7q11.23 Gene Williams-Beuren Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (collection kit provided). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CDKN1C Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Chr 11p15 Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample (specific collection kit). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
H19 Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
KCNQ1OT1 Gene Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
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
First-line screen
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
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Genomic Imprinting Syndromes (Prader-Willi/Angelman/Beckwith-Wiedemann) 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 Genomic Imprinting Syndromes (Prader-Willi/Angelman/Beckwith-Wiedemann)?+
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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