Available tests, sample type, turnaround time, price and booking options
Test name
Test role
Sample type
Turnaround
Price
Booking
Connexin 26 Mutation Detection Test
First-line screen
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
13 Working DaysReport available in 13 working days if the sample is submitted by 11 am.
KSh 21,000
Connexin 30 Mutation Detection Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsResults are typically available within working days for samples submitted by 11 AM. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 16,000
Nx Gen Sequencing Usher Syndrome Test
First-line screen
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
45 Working DaysTypically 45 working days from the day samples are received.
KSh 57,330
EYA1 Gene Branchiootorenal Syndrome Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SIX5 Gene Branchiootorenal Syndrome Type 2 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
IARS2 Gene Cataracts, Growth Hormone Deficiency, Sensory Neuropathy, Sensorineural Hearing Loss and Skeletal Dysplasia Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
YAP1 Gene Coloboma Ocular With or Without Hearing Impairment Cleft Lip/Palate and/or Mental Retardation Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DNAJC3 Gene Ataxia Combined Cerebellar and Peripheral with Hearing Loss and Diabetes Mellitus 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
MTTV Gene Ataxia Progressive Seizures Mental Deterioration and Hearing Loss MTTV Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
DNMT1 Gene Cerebellar Ataxia with Deafness and Narcolepsy Autosomal Recessive 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
TIMM8A Gene Dystonia-Deafness Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
SPATA5 Gene Epilepsy Hearing Loss and Mental Retardation Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MTTK Gene MERRF Syndrome MTTK Related Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
GFER Gene Myopathy Mitochondrial Progressive with Congenital Cataract Hearing Loss and Developmental Delay Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume and collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
Sox10 Gene Peripheral Demyelinating Neuropathy Waardenburg Syndrome and Hirschsprung Disease 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
SNAI2 Gene Waardenburg Syndrome Type 2D 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
EDNRB Gene Waardenburg Syndrome/Hirschsprung Disease 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
Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
KSh 40,000
DIAPH3 Gene Auditory Neuropathy Autosomal Dominant Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample (EDTA tube), Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
SLC52A3 Gene Brown-Vialetto-Van Laere Syndrome 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample (typically 5-10ml in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Timing on request
KSh 40,000
CATSPER2 Gene Deafness and Male Infertility CATSPER2 Related 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
GJB2 Gene Deafness with Keratopachydermia and Constrictions of Fingers and Toes 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
Diaph1 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 1 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
EYA4 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 10 Genetic Test
First-line screen
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Myo7A Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 11 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
Tecta Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 12 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
COL11A2 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 13 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
Pou4f3 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 15 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample or DNA sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
MYH9 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 17 Genetic Test
First-line screen
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
KSh 40,000
ACTG1 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 20 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
First-line screen
Connexin 26 Mutation Detection Test
Sample type
4 mL (2 mL minimum) whole blood collected in a Lavender top (EDTA) tube. A completed Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) is required.
Turnaround
13 Working DaysReport available in 13 working days if the sample is submitted by 11 am.
Price
KSh 21,000
First-line screen
Connexin 30 Mutation Detection Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsResults are typically available within working days for samples submitted by 11 AM. Confirm exact turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 16,000
First-line screen
Nx Gen Sequencing Usher Syndrome Test
Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
45 Working DaysTypically 45 working days from the day samples are received.
Price
KSh 57,330
First-line screen
EYA1 Gene Branchiootorenal Syndrome Type 1 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
First-line screen
SIX5 Gene Branchiootorenal Syndrome Type 2 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
IARS2 Gene Cataracts, Growth Hormone Deficiency, Sensory Neuropathy, Sensorineural Hearing Loss and Skeletal Dysplasia Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
YAP1 Gene Coloboma Ocular With or Without Hearing Impairment Cleft Lip/Palate and/or Mental Retardation 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
First-line screen
DNAJC3 Gene Ataxia Combined Cerebellar and Peripheral with Hearing Loss and Diabetes Mellitus 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
MTTV Gene Ataxia Progressive Seizures Mental Deterioration and Hearing Loss MTTV Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DNMT1 Gene Cerebellar Ataxia with Deafness and Narcolepsy Autosomal Recessive 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
TIMM8A Gene Dystonia-Deafness Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
SPATA5 Gene Epilepsy Hearing Loss and Mental Retardation Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
MTTK Gene MERRF Syndrome MTTK Related Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
GFER Gene Myopathy Mitochondrial Progressive with Congenital Cataract Hearing Loss and Developmental Delay Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm specific volume and collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Sox10 Gene Peripheral Demyelinating Neuropathy Waardenburg Syndrome and Hirschsprung Disease 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
SNAI2 Gene Waardenburg Syndrome Type 2D 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
EDNRB Gene Waardenburg Syndrome/Hirschsprung Disease 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
Serac1 Gene 3-Methylglutaconic Aciduria with Deafness, Encephalopathy and Leigh-like Syndrome Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing detailsConfirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
DIAPH3 Gene Auditory Neuropathy Autosomal Dominant 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
First-line screen
SLC52A3 Gene Brown-Vialetto-Van Laere Syndrome 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample (typically 5-10ml in an EDTA tube) or extracted DNA.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
CATSPER2 Gene Deafness and Male Infertility CATSPER2 Related 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
GJB2 Gene Deafness with Keratopachydermia and Constrictions of Fingers and Toes 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
Diaph1 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 1 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 WeeksApproximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
EYA4 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 10 Genetic Test
Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 WeeksResults are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Myo7A Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 11 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One Drop Blood on FTA Card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen
Tecta Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 12 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
COL11A2 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 13 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
Pou4f3 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 15 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample or DNA sample. 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
MYH9 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 17 Genetic Test
Sample type
Blood sample, 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
ACTG1 Gene Deafness Autosomal Dominant Type 20 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
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Genetic Hearing Loss & Deafness 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 Genetic Hearing Loss & Deafness?+
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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