Health Check-Up Packages in Nairobi: Prices Compared (2026 Guide)

Medically reviewed by Dr. Paul Yonga, Medical Director & Infectious Disease Specialist · Last updated: 2026-07-24

Key Takeaways

Non-communicable diseases cause an estimated 39% of deaths in Kenya; diabetes prevalence has risen from 2.2% to 4.6% over two decades.
Hypertension affects roughly 24% of Kenyan adults, but only 15% know they have it.
CA Medlynks packages range from KES 7,000 to KES 24,000 across 6 fully published packages — unlike an estimated 85% of Kenyan labs that keep pricing hidden.
The Female Wellness package includes AMH (fertility marker) as standard, not as an upsell.

Why an Annual Health Check-Up Matters in Kenya

By the time symptoms appear, conditions like diabetes and hypertension have usually been progressing for years. An annual screening catches them early.

The National Picture

NCDs account for about 39% of all deaths in Kenya (WHO). Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer are the top killers.
Diabetes prevalence has risen from 2.2% to 4.6% over the past two decades.
Hypertension affects roughly 24% of Kenyan adults, but only 15% of those know they have it.

For Women

Cervical cancer is the leading cancer among Kenyan women aged 15 to 44, yet screening rates remain below 10%.
Packages that include a Pap smear or HPV test as standard, not an upsell, matter here.

An annual blood test that checks fasting glucose, lipid levels, and kidney function costs less than a single night in a Nairobi hospital.

Nairobi Health Check-Up Packages: Price Comparison

All prices were verified from public sources in March 2026. Labs structure their packages differently, so direct comparison requires looking at both price and content.

CA Medlynks (6 Packages, KES 7,000 to KES 24,000)

Package	Price (KES)	Key Tests Included	For
Antenatal Profile	7,000	Pregnancy test, CBC, Hepatitis B, HIV	Expectant mothers
Diabetic Package	9,500	CBC, ECG (heart assessment)	Diabetes risk screening
Female Wellness + AMH	21,000	CBC, urinalysis, Pap smear, kidney, liver, lipids, diabetes, AMH fertility marker, cervical cancer screening	Women (any age)
Male Wellness	11,500	CBC, urinalysis, kidney, liver, lipids, diabetes, PSA (prostate cancer screening)	Men (any age)
Pre-Employment (Domestic Workers)	16,500	HIV, Hepatitis B, urinalysis, CBC, stool analysis, pregnancy test	Domestic worker clearance
Comprehensive Wellness	24,000	All of the above, plus ECG, stool analysis, thyroid function, cancer markers	Full health assessment

Columbia Africa (Hospital-Based, KES 6,350 to KES 17,500)

Tier	Price (KES)	Notes
Basic Wellness	6,350–6,600	Entry-level screening. Includes doctor consultation and nutritional counselling as part of the hospital bundle.
Middle Tier (30-50 years)	11,000–16,000	Broader blood work. Bundled with imaging and dietician review, which lab-only providers do not include.
Premium (50+ years)	15,500–17,500	Extended metabolic and cancer marker panel. Hospital-based, so consultation is built into the price.

Columbia Africa is a hospital group (Parklands, Lavington, Ruiru), not a standalone lab. Their packages bundle lab tests with doctor consultations, imaging, and nutrition advice — so the comparison is not apples-to-apples with lab-only providers.

PathCare Kenya (Lab Network, KES 7,390 to KES 16,170)

Package	Price (KES)	Notes
Teen Wellness	1,275	Very basic. Aimed at 10-19 year olds.
Female Wellness	12,967	Blood work, lipids, kidney, liver. Free home sample collection included.
Male Wellness	13,852	Similar to female, plus PSA. Free home collection.
Antenatal	16,170	Pregnancy-focused panel. More extensive than basic offerings.

PathCare operates 15+ locations across Kenya and offers free home/workplace sample collection. Their individual test prices are not published online; you need to contact them directly.

Cerba Lancet CLK (Single Package Published, KES 15,349)

Package	Price (KES)	Notes
Female Wellness	15,349	12 metabolic tests, thyroid (TSH only). No STI screening. No reproductive hormones beyond TSH.

Cerba Lancet is East Africa's largest standalone lab network. They almost certainly offer more packages, but their website only lists this one. For other options, call 0703 061 000.

Head-to-Head Summary

Provider	Lowest Price	Mid-Tier	Highest Tier	Price Transparency
CA Medlynks	KES 7,000	KES 11,500	KES 21,000–24,000	Full (all 6 packages listed online)
Columbia Africa	KES 6,350	KES 11,000–16,000	KES 17,500	Partial (bundled with hospital services)
PathCare	KES 1,275	KES 12,967–13,852	KES 16,170	Partial (individual tests hidden)
Cerba Lancet CLK	KES 15,349	N/A	N/A	Minimal (1 package online, rest by enquiry)

An academic study on Kenyan medical laboratories found that roughly 85% of labs keep their prices hidden, forcing patients to call around and compare quotes. If you value knowing what you will pay before walking through the door, your options narrow fast.

How to Choose the Right Package

The "best" package depends on your age, sex, and what you are trying to screen for.

In Your 20s

A basic panel (CBC, glucose, liver, kidney function) is usually sufficient; add a Pap smear if female.
You don't need cancer markers or a full cardiac workup yet.
Pregnant: CA Medlynks Antenatal Profile (KES 7,000). Not pregnant: Columbia Africa's basic package (KES 6,350) covers the essentials at the lowest price.

30 to 50

Add lipid profiling, diabetes screening (fasting glucose/HbA1c), and kidney/liver function tests.
Men should add PSA; women should add AMH (if fertility is a consideration) and a Pap smear.
CA Medlynks Male Wellness (KES 11,500) undercuts PathCare's equivalent (KES 13,852) by about 17%.
AMH-inclusive comparison: CA Medlynks Female Wellness+AMH is KES 21,000 all-in, vs PathCare (KES 12,967 + KES 9,350 AMH = KES 22,317) or Cerba Lancet (KES 15,349 + KES 9,350 AMH = KES 24,699).

Over 50

Add thyroid function, cancer markers (PSA, CEA, CA-125 depending on sex), and an ECG.
CA Medlynks Comprehensive Wellness (KES 24,000) covers all of this in a single visit.
Columbia Africa's premium tier tops out at KES 17,500 but bundles a doctor consultation. PathCare's antenatal-focused package isn't designed for general wellness screening at this age.

Women of Reproductive Age

Look for packages that include AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone), a fertility marker for ovarian reserve — most wellness packages skip this.
CA Medlynks includes AMH in the KES 21,000 Female Wellness package.
Cerba Lancet's KES 15,349 package excludes it; adding AMH separately (KES 9,350 at Labtestzote) pushes the all-in total to KES 24,699.

What Makes CA Medlynks Different

Every lab will tell you they are the best. Here are the specific, verifiable things worth knowing.

KENAS-accredited to ISO 15189:2022 standards — not every lab in Nairobi holds this. It means processes, equipment calibration, and result accuracy are externally audited.
Results within 24 hours for most blood tests (2-3 business days for specialised tests like thyroid or cancer markers) — and this turnaround time is published, unlike most Nairobi labs.
Walk-ins accepted, no GP referral required, at Daykio Plaza, Ground Floor, off Ngong Lane.
Prices published on the website — all six wellness packages listed with full test breakdowns, in a market where an estimated 85% of labs hide their pricing.
AMH included as standard in Female Wellness (KES 21,000), not an add-on — buying Cerba Lancet's package and adding AMH separately totals KES 24,699 and still excludes Pap smear/cervical cancer screening.

Book Your Health Check-Up

If you want to check prices, compare packages, or book directly, here is how to reach CA Medlynks.

Why Patients Choose Us

KENAS-accredited, ISO 15189:2022 certified
All 6 wellness packages published online, no hidden fees
Walk-ins welcome, no referral needed
Results within 24 hours for most tests

Visit Us

Address: Daykio Plaza, Ground Floor, Off Ngong Lane, Nairobi

Phone: +254 741 669 175

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-20:00, Sat 8:00-17:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about fasting, insurance, appointments, and pricing.

QDo I need to fast before a health check-up?+

Yes. Most health screening packages include fasting blood sugar and lipid profile tests. You should fast for 8 to 12 hours before your appointment. Water is fine. Morning appointments work best so you can eat breakfast right after.

QCan I use NHIF or SHA insurance for a health check-up?+

It depends on your plan. Under Kenya's Social Health Authority (SHA), which replaced NHIF in October 2024, the Primary Healthcare Fund covers some basic diagnostic tests. However, wellness screening packages are typically self-pay. Check with your insurer or call us to confirm what your specific plan covers.

QDo I need an appointment, or can I walk in?+

At CA Medlynks, walk-ins are welcome during opening hours (Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-5pm). No referral needed. That said, booking ahead via WhatsApp or phone helps us prepare and reduces your waiting time.

QHow long does a health check-up take?+

The sample collection itself takes about 15 to 20 minutes. Most blood test results are ready within 24 hours. ECG results are available on the same day.

QWhat is the cheapest health check-up in Nairobi?+

Columbia Africa's basic wellness package starts at KES 6,350. CA Medlynks starts at KES 7,000 for the Antenatal Profile. For a general wellness screening with blood work, kidney, liver, and lipid tests, expect to pay between KES 9,500 and KES 13,000 depending on the provider.

QAre the tests accurate? How do I know?+

Look for KENAS accreditation. KENAS is the Kenya Accreditation Service, and their accreditation means the lab meets ISO 15189 standards for quality management and technical competence. CA Medlynks and PathCare both hold this accreditation. Cerba Lancet holds SANAS (South African) and KENAS accreditation. Columbia Africa operates as a hospital lab, which falls under different regulatory oversight.

Medically Reviewed By

This guide has been medically reviewed and is based on current Kenyan public health data and published provider pricing.

Dr. Paul Yonga

Medical Director & Infectious Disease Specialist

Qualifications

MBChB — Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery
MSPH — Master of Science in Public Health
FRCP (Edin) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

Areas of Expertise

Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases
Travel & Immigration Medicine

Dr. Duncan Ajowi

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist