One blood test. Most visits have two or more, plus the exam fee.
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Blood work is almost never the only charge. Most vets order a blood count and a chemistry panel together, which comes to $150–$400.
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The whole visit, with this on the bill, usually came to $350 – $1,200.
A bundled panel at a low-cost clinic can be $75. A single rush test at an emergency hospital can pass $300.
| State | Most charges | Bills |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $90 – $300 | 7 |
| California | $60 – $200 | 44 |
| Florida | $60 – $200 | 21 |
| Georgia | $50 – $130 | 3 |
| Illinois | $110 – $200 | 11 |
| Kentucky | $60 – $170 | 5 |
| Louisiana | $45 – $160 | 6 |
| Maine | $80 – $250 | 3 |
| Maryland | $130 – $625 | 3 |
| Massachusetts | $60 – $300 | 5 |
| Michigan | $140 – $225 | 8 |
| Minnesota | $30 – $180 | 7 |
| New Jersey | $60 – $275 | 9 |
| New York | $60 – $180 | 11 |
| North Carolina | $60 – $130 | 13 |
| Ohio | $40 – $150 | 4 |
| Oregon | $100 – $325 | 3 |
| Pennsylvania | $60 – $180 | 10 |
| South Carolina | $70 – $110 | 4 |
| Tennessee | $100 – $250 | 3 |
| Texas | $70 – $160 | 20 |
| Virginia | $80 – $375 | 4 |
| Washington | $200 – $350 | 5 |
| Wisconsin | $70 – $250 | 5 |
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The same charge, grouped by what the visit was for.
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Free · your details stay private · no obligationYes, when diagnostic — blood work run to diagnose or monitor a covered illness is reimbursable on comprehensive plans. Routine wellness panels are not, unless you carry a wellness add-on. Blood work monitoring a pre-existing condition (existing kidney values, a known thyroid issue) is typically excluded.
Based on 339 real vet line items, individual blood tests typically cost between $60 and $190 each. A CBC (Complete Blood Count) averages $83–$228. A chemistry panel averages $104–$186. Most vets order both together — expect $150–$400 for a full blood panel (CBC + chemistry combined).
In our data, a CBC costs $83–$228. The wide range depends on whether it's routine ($80–$130), pre-surgical ($100–$150), or emergency STAT processing ($150–$250+). A CBC checks red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
In our data, a chemistry panel (also called a biochemistry profile or comprehensive metabolic panel) costs $104–$186. This test checks organ function — liver enzymes, kidney values, glucose, electrolytes, and proteins. A "full panel" includes more parameters and costs more than a "mini panel."
Yes. Low-cost clinics and vaccine events often offer bundled "wellness panels" (CBC + chemistry) for $75–$150 — significantly less than ordering each test separately at a full-service vet. However, emergency or pre-surgical blood work must be done at the treating facility. Ask your vet if they offer a "wellness panel" or "senior panel" package — these bundles typically save 20–40% vs ordering individual tests.
Emergency blood work runs $150–$300+ per test — often 30–50% more than routine testing. The premium covers STAT processing (results in 15–30 minutes vs. hours or days), after-hours lab staffing, and the urgency surcharge from the emergency clinic. Based on our data, blood work appears on the majority of emergency vet bills and is one of the first charges added.
It depends on why the blood work was ordered. Diagnostic blood work (to diagnose illness or injury) is covered by most comprehensive pet insurance plans at 70–90% after your deductible. Pre-surgical blood work is covered when the surgery itself is covered. Routine wellness blood work (annual checkups) is usually not covered unless you have a wellness add-on, which typically reimburses $50–$150 per year toward diagnostics.
In-house testing (done at the vet clinic) gives results in 15–30 minutes and costs $100–$250 per test. Reference lab testing (samples sent to an outside lab) takes 1–3 days but often costs 10–30% less. Emergency situations require in-house testing for speed. For routine or pre-surgical blood work, ask if your vet offers the reference lab option at a lower price.
Prices come from 339 real vet bills that owners shared with us for this. “Most charges” means the middle half: a quarter were lower and a quarter were higher. How we work this out