Congenital Hypothyroidism Confirmatory Panel Serum Test
- Sample type
- Serum sample.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,800
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Newborn Screening Panels
NBS Basic/Extended/Comprehensive Panels
Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.
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Test comparison
34 tests
17 Hydroxyprogesterone Newborn Screen CAH Screen Test
- Sample type
- Dried blood spot collected on filter paper.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 585
Biotinidase Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- A drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day for samples collected Monday to Friday by 9 AM.
- Price
- KSh 1,614
Biotinidase Activity Quantitative Blood Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL (1 mL minimum) serum from 1 SST tube or 2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma from 1 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 10,400
Cystic Fibrosis Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- A small blood sample obtained via heel prick.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday through Friday.
- Price
- KSh 1,287
G6PD Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (usually collected via heel prick).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 585
Galactose Quantitative Plasma Test
- Sample type
- 2 mL plasma in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Typically available within three days.
- Price
- KSh 3,744
Galactose 1-Phosphate Quantitative Blood Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (collected in a specific tube, confirm with the laboratory before booking).
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available within five days.
- Price
- KSh 3,978
Galactosemia Epimerase Quantitative Blood Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (minimum 2 mL) of whole blood collected in a green top (sodium heparin) tube.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 5,733
Galactosemia GALT Gene Mutation Detection Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 23,000
Galactosemia Classical Transferase Quantitative Blood Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 4,446
Galactosemia Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- Dried blood spot collected on filter paper (typically via heel prick).
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 585
Galactosemia Panel 1 Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube. A control sample is also required.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 5,733
Galactosemia Panel 2 Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube, 4 mL (2 mL minimum) CONTROL blood in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube, and 2 mL (1 mL minimum) plasma in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
- Turnaround
- 5 Days Results are typically available within 5 days. Confirm the exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 9,000
Galactosemia Panel 3 Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 5 Days Results typically reported within 5 days. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 9,126
Galactosemia Screening Blood Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood in a Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube AND 4 mL (2 mL minimum) CONTROL blood in a separate Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube. Ship refrigerated. Do not freeze.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 1,638
Hemoglobinopathy Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- 1 drop of heel prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper. Filter paper available from the laboratory. Sample must be shipped refrigerated or frozen.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Report typically available the next day if the sample is collected on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday by 9 AM.
- Price
- KSh 1,872
Newborn Screening Panel 2 Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample collected via heel prick.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,170
Newborn Screening Panel 3 Test
- Sample type
- A blood sample collected via a heel prick onto three spots of filter paper.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 1,404
Newborn Screening Panel 4 Test
- Sample type
- One drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day, provided the sample is received by 9 AM Monday to Friday.
- Price
- KSh 2,340
Newborn Screening Panel 5 Test
- Sample type
- Dried blood spot sample collected via heel prick.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 2,340
Newborn Screening Panel 8 Test
- Sample type
- A drop of heel prick blood collected on three spots of filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 6,000
Newborn Screening Panel Basic Test
- Sample type
- A blood sample is required. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 3,276
Newborn Screening Panel Extended Test
- Sample type
- A drop of heel prick blood collected on filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 14,000
Newborn Screening Panel Comprehensive Test
- Sample type
- 1 drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 15,000
Newborn Screening Panel NBS Quad Test
- Sample type
- One drop of heel prick blood on three spots of filter paper.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 2,340
Newborn Screening Panel 7 Test
- Sample type
- Typically a dried blood spot sample collected via a heel prick.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Results are typically available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 6,000
Phenylalanine Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- 1 drop of heel prick blood on 3 spots of filter paper (available from LPL). Clinical details and drug history must accompany the sample.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Sample collected Monday through Friday by 9 am; report available the next day.
- Price
- KSh 585
Tsh Newborn Screen Test
- Sample type
- Dried blood spot collected on filter paper.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 585
Newborns Genetic Test Panel Genetic Test
- Sample type
- Confirm with the laboratory before booking. Typically requires a blood sample from the newborn.
- Turnaround
- 4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
- Price
- KSh 40,000
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Newborn Screening 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 Newborn Screening 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.