Blood Work Costs Without Insurance: Austin Price Comparison

Blood Work in Austin: As Low as $4–$7 Without Insurance

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f you need blood work done in Austin and don't have insurance (or don't want to use it), here's the headline: you can get common blood tests for $4–$49, depending on where you go. That's often cheaper than your insurance copay.

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he secret? Cash-pay lab services that bypass the insurance markup machine. Last updated: February 2026

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Austin Blood Work Prices: Provider-by-Provider Comparison

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

The most common blood test — checks red cells, white cells, platelets.

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$5
Any Lab Test Now	$49
Hospital lab (typical)	$75–$200
MarketCare procedure range	$15–$75

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Measures glucose, electrolytes, kidney & liver function — 14 tests in one.

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$6
Any Lab Test Now	$49
Hospital lab (typical)	$100–$250
MarketCare procedure range	$20–$85

Lipid Panel (Cholesterol)

Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides.

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$7
Any Lab Test Now	$49
Hospital lab (typical)	$75–$200
MarketCare procedure range	$20–$85

Thyroid Panel (TSH + T3/T4)

Essential for thyroid disorder screening.

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$4 (TSH only)
Texas Direct Medical Care	$3–$5
Hospital lab (typical)	$100–$250
MarketCare procedure range	$40–$120

Hemoglobin A1C (Diabetes)

Shows your average blood sugar over 3 months.

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$8
Hospital lab (typical)	$50–$150
MarketCare procedure range	$25–$75

Vitamin D Test

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$15
Hospital lab (typical)	$75–$200
MarketCare procedure range	$40–$125

Hormone Panel

Provider	Cash Price
LaboratoryAssist	$25–$50
Hospital lab (typical)	$200–$500
MarketCare procedure range	$75–$250

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Why Is There Such a Huge Price Difference?

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he same CBC test — same equipment, same lab processing — can cost $5 or $200 depending on where you go. Here's why: Hospital and big-clinic labs charge high list prices because they're billing insurance companies, which negotiate discounts. If you're uninsured, you often get stuck with the inflated list price. Cash-pay lab services like LaboratoryAssist negotiate bulk rates with Quest and LabCorp (the same labs processing your tests regardless) and pass the savings to you. No insurance markup, no facility fees. The test itself is identical. A CBC processed at Quest Diagnostics is a CBC whether you ordered it through a hospital at $150 or through LaboratoryAssist at $5.

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Where to Get Cheap Blood Work in Austin

1. LaboratoryAssist (Best Prices)

• Location: 25+ locations across Austin (Quest & LabCorp sites)
• Standout prices: CBC $5, CMP $6, Lipid Panel $7
• Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-6pm, Sat 7am-12pm
• No doctor order needed for many common tests
• View full pricing →

2. Any Lab Test Now

• Location: 3407 Wells Branch Pkwy, North Austin
• Standout prices: Most common panels $49 each
• Walk-in friendly, no appointment needed
• Same-day results for many tests
• View full pricing →

3. Texas Direct Medical Care (DPC Members)

• Cholesterol test: $3–$5
• Thyroid test: $3–$5
• Requires membership, but incredible lab pricing
• View provider details →

4. People's Community Clinic (Sliding Scale)

• Blood work included in visit pricing ($25–$75)
• Sliding scale based on income
• Great option if you qualify
• View provider details →

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Do I Need a Doctor's Order for Blood Work?

It depends on the test and the provider:

• LaboratoryAssist: Many tests available without a doctor's order
• Any Lab Test Now: Most tests don't require an order
• Hospital labs: Almost always require an order

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f you need a doctor's order, a cash-pay telehealth visit ($50–$150) can get you one without an in-person appointment.

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Common Blood Work Panels Explained

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ot sure which tests you need? Here's a quick guide: Annual checkup panel (most common):

• CBC ($5) + CMP ($6) + Lipid Panel ($7) = $18 total at LaboratoryAssist
• Same tests through a hospital: $200–$500

Thyroid screening:

• TSH ($4) — start here
• Full thyroid panel with T3/T4 ($40–$120) if TSH is abnormal

Diabetes monitoring:

• A1C ($8) + Glucose (included in CMP, $6) = $14 total

Comprehensive wellness panel:

• CBC + CMP + Lipid + TSH + Vitamin D + A1C = roughly $45 at LaboratoryAssist
• Same panel at a hospital: $500–$1,000+

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Tips for Saving on Blood Work in Austin

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. Always check cash-pay pricing first — Even if you have insurance, cash-pay labs are often cheaper than your copay + deductible. 2. Fast when required — Lipid panels and glucose tests require 8–12 hours of fasting for accurate results. 3. Bundle tests — Order everything you need at once to avoid multiple blood draws and visits. 4. Go early — Labs are less busy in early morning, and you'll already be fasting from overnight. 5. Compare on MarketCare — Search blood work procedures →

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Compare Blood Work Prices on MarketCare

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on't pay hospital prices for routine blood work. Search lab procedures → to compare cash-pay prices, or go directly to our top-rated lab providers:

• LaboratoryAssist → (lowest prices)
• Any Lab Test Now → (walk-in convenience)

Potential savings: $100–$500+ per lab panel when you go cash-pay.