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Is it expensive to take 2 blood samples to try to grow cultures so as to identify an infection. could you give me a rough estimate of the cost in $us?
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Wide range: Hi. It is difficult to say because both pricing and cost to the patient is variable. Because labs are independent entities and separate from our clinical offices, they frequently charge differently and insurance coverage for the patient also varies. I've worked in a variety of environments and seen pricing anywhere from $50-250 USD for 2 sets of blood cultures. Better to call the labs and ask
Answered 2/25/2020
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