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Retinitis Pigmentosa & Retinal Dystrophy

RHO/USH2A/Retinal Dystrophy Gene Panels

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  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
  • Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
  • Nationwide & Home Sample Collection

Test comparison

25 tests

All diagnostic topics
First-line screen

Nx Gen Sequencing Hereditary Retinoblastoma Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 57,330
First-line screen

Nx Gen Sequencing Retinitis Pigmentosa Test

Sample type
10 mL (5 mL minimum) of whole blood collected in 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes.
Turnaround
45 Working Days Approximately 45 working days.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Ophthalmology Eyes Vision Panel Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Best1 Gene Bestrophinopathy Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CYP4V2 Gene Bietti Crystalline Corneoretinal Dystrophy 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

FOXL2 Gene Blepharophimosis Epicanthus Inversus and Ptosis Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

UBE3B Gene Blepharophimosis-ptosis-Intellectual Disability Syndrome Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

RLBP1 Gene Bothnia Retinal Dystrophy Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

Aco2 Gene Cerebellarretinal Degeneration Infantile 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

PDE6C Gene Cone-Rod Dystrophy Type 4 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks 3 to 4 Weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

RIMS1 Gene Cone-Rod Dystrophy Type 7 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

EFEMP1 Gene Doyne Honeycob Retinal Dystrophy Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

FZD4 Gene Exudative Vitreoretinopathy Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or Saliva sample. Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

NDP Gene Exudative Vitreoretinopathy Type 2 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample, Extracted DNA, or One drop of blood on an FTA Card.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TSPAN12 Gene Exudative Vitreoretinopathy Type 5 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Approximately 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

RB1 Gene Hereditary Retinoblastoma Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

FLVCR1 Gene Ataxia Posterior Column with Retinitis Pigmentosa Genetic Test

Sample type
A blood sample is required for this test. Confirm specific volume and collection tube type with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

CDH3 Gene Ectodermal Dysplasia Ectrodactyly and Macular Dystrophy 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

BBS7 Gene Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Type 7 Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

INPP5E Gene Mental Retardation Truncal Obesity Retinal Dystrophy and Micropenis Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
4 Weeks Results are typically available within 3 to 4 weeks.
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

TUBGCP6 Gene Microcephaly and Chorioretinopathy with or without Mental Retardation Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (EDTA tube) or extracted DNA. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

KIF11 Gene Microcephaly with or without Chorioretinopathy, Lymphedema, or Mental Retardation MCLMR 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

RDH11 Gene Retinal Dystrophy Juvenile Cataracts and Short Stature Syndrome Genetic Test

Sample type
Blood sample (typically collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 40,000
First-line screen

RB1 Gene Deletion and Duplication Detection Retinoblastoma

Sample type
Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 21,000
First-line screen

Retinal Degeneration Gene Panel

Sample type
Amniotic fluid, Chorionic villi, or Peripheral blood sample.
Turnaround
Timing on request
Price
KSh 72,000

Clinical context

Clinical testing guide & how to choose

Tests in Retinitis Pigmentosa & Retinal Dystrophy 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 Retinitis Pigmentosa & Retinal Dystrophy?

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.

Quick factsheet

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