Chimerism Postengraftment Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (usually EDTA tube) or Bone Marrow sample. Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 16,000
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Stem Cell Transplant Monitoring
Chimerism & Engraftment Analysis
Catalog role labels reflect current assignments. Test choice, timing and prices require clinician or laboratory confirmation.
- KMLTTB Regulated Laboratory
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality System
- Free Pre-Test Counselor Guidance
- Nationwide & Home Sample Collection
Test comparison
13 tests
Chimerism Preengraftment Test
- Sample type
- 4 ml (2 ml minimum) of whole blood collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
- Turnaround
- 7 Working Days Results are typically available within 7 working days.
- Price
- KSh 16,000
Chimerism Preengraftment Donor Recipient Test
- Sample type
- 4 ml (2 ml minimum) whole blood collected in one Lavender Top (EDTA) tube for both the donor and the recipient.
- Turnaround
- 10–12 Days Results are typically available within 10-12 days.
- Price
- KSh 26,000
Chimerism Split Cell Analysis B Cell CD19 Test
- Sample type
- 4 ml (2 ml minimum) whole blood or bone marrow collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
- Turnaround
- 7 Working Days Results are typically available within 7 working days after the sample is received by the laboratory.
- Price
- KSh 21,000
Chimerism Split Cell Analysis Myeloid Cell CD15 Test
- Sample type
- 4 ml (2 ml minimum) whole blood or bone marrow collected in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 21,000
Chimerism Split Cell Analysis T Cell CD3 Test
- Sample type
- 4 ml (2 ml minimum) whole blood in a Lavender Top (EDTA) tube, or Bone marrow sample. Please indicate the date of the bone marrow transplant on the sample label.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 21,000
FISH Opposite Sex BMT XX XY 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 Days Sample collected daily by 4 PM; report available in 4 working days. Confirm current turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 12,000
HLA DNA Typing for Bone Marrow Transplant 10 Antigens PCR Test
- Sample type
- Blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm specific requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 10–12 Days Approximately 10-12 days.
- Price
- KSh 49,140
HLA DNA Typing for Bone Marrow Transplant 6 Antigens Luminex Test
- Sample type
- 4 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube or 6 mL (3 mL minimum) whole blood in 1 Yellow Top (ACD) tube.
- Turnaround
- Timing on request
- Price
- KSh 34,632
Biopsy Renal Transplant With C4D Without IF
- Sample type
- A tissue sample (biopsy) from the transplanted kidney is required. Confirm specific collection procedures with the laboratory or your physician.
- Turnaround
- 5 Days Results are typically available within 5 days.
- Price
- KSh 13,500
VNTR Chimerism Study POSTBMT
- Sample type
- Peripheral blood sample (usually collected in an EDTA tube). Confirm with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- 3–4 Days
- Price
- KSh 15,000
VNTR Chimerism Study Pre BMT
- Sample type
- Peripheral blood sample from both the transplant recipient and the donor.
- Turnaround
- 3–4 Days Results are typically available within 3-4 days.
- Price
- KSh 15,000
X Y Sex Mismatch Bone Marrow Transplant
- Sample type
- Bone marrow aspirate. Confirm specific collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.
- Turnaround
- See timing details Confirm turnaround time with the laboratory before booking.
- Price
- KSh 10,500
Clinical context
Clinical testing guide & how to choose
Tests in Stem Cell Transplant Monitoring 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 Stem Cell Transplant Monitoring?
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.