The Nairobi Hospital Launches Home Blood Collection Service
Officials of the Nairobi Hospital handing over blood equipment. (Photo By Marvel Simiyu)
By Marvel Simiyu
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Nairobi, 9 June 2025 – The Nairobi Hospital has officially launched its Home Blood Collection Service at an event held at the hospital on Monday of June 9, 2025.
This new service enables trained phlebotomists to collect blood samples and body fluids for laboratory analysis from the comfort of a client’s home or office.
The introduction of the service marks a significant step in improving access to healthcare through enhanced convenience and patient-centered innovation, the hospital says.
The service is designed for acute and chronically ill patients, individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, and children, who may find traveling to a hospital inconvenient.
Also, it provides a time-saving solution for CEOs, business professionals, and entrepreneurs, who may struggle to fit hospital visits into their schedules.
Speaking at the event, The Nairobi Hospital CEO, Mr. Felix Osano, emphasized the hospital’s ongoing commitment to providing top-quality healthcare services, stating that the hospital has continuously invested in facilities and resources to ensure patients receive unparalleled healthcare.
Mr Osano added that the introduction of home blood collection services is a major step forward, catering to patients who are somewhat unable to visit the hospital.
“In today’s fast-paced economy, this service allows patients to receive care at their workplaces, saving valuable time while ensuring vulnerable individuals in our society are not inconvenienced.
The need for patient-centered care inspired The Nairobi Hospital to introduce home blood collection services.” Mr. Osano stated.
To ensure seamless operations, The Nairobi Hospital will provide a dedicated contact number and email for service requests and inquiries.
Once a request is made, a well-trained and licensed laboratory staff member will be dispatched to collect samples and process tests efficiently.
Thereafter, a support team will assist with insurance approval procedures.
“All patients who wish to use the home blood collection service are eligible. The service is affordable, without a minimal charge of KES 200 per visit, subject to approval from insurance providers,” stated Dr Rahul Zode, the Hospital’s Chief Pathologist.
Dr Zode further highlighted the hospital’s commitment to confidentiality and timely delivery of results, explaining that patients will receive password-protected email reports or, upon request, a physical copy for an additional charge. This ensures security and accuracy in follow-up care and continuity of treatment.
The home blood collection service has gained popularity globally, driven by technological advancements, increased health awareness, and the convenience of at-home testing.
