Does anyone know what would be the approximate cost of a typical set of blood tests in Zurich ? For example if I go to Viollier and ask for the set below, which is called a 'basic set' on their website , how much could it be ? Its it above 500 CHF ?
I have the compulsory health insurance model with own choice of doctors and my franchise is 2500.
Basic analysis
Hematogram V
Alk. phosphatase
Bilirubin total
Gamma-GT
AST (GOT)
ALT (GPT)
LDH
Chloride
Cholesterol total
HDL cholesterol
LDL cholesterol measured
Triglycerides
Pancreatic amylase
Cystatin C
Uric acid
Urea
Creatinine
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
Phosphate
Albumin
Proteins total
Ferritin
Quick
INR
D-dimers
Differential blood count
Blood sedimentation
C-reactive protein
Procalcitonin
Glucose HbA1c
I had a test that comprised of around 70% of your list and it came up to around CHF 150 (only for the lab test; excluding doctor's bill).
I am sure that Viollier could give you an estimate as the rates/points per compound analysed should be fixed.
I don't think you can just come there and they would take your blood etc.
Normally, labs do not receive patients and the tests need to be arranged through your doctor.
Given that these basic tests are part of normal medical check I don't think it costs more than CHF 150 or so ... + the doctor's rate and interpretation of the results
CHF 250-500 for the analysis, plus 150 for the doctor.
Tom
Those figures you're getting are about right.
I just did a bunch ready for the sporting season and paid around CHF 125 for 5 specific areas through Viollier. Add the superfluous chat from the doc and that'll be in the 75-100 range.
what If I want to do periodic blood tests like every 2-3 months to monitor my performance as an athlete?
Is this paid by insurance, how does it work? Basically I just want to walk into a clinic and do the tests that I choose.
how can I find a clinic for this in St gallen? thanks
It'll cost you CHF 4-500 a pop.
It won't be paid by your insurance.
Tom
Why should the insurance pay ?
Your insurance pays only for needed medical treatments and all that is related to such.
If you choose to do things without any medical necessity the bill is yours to pay.
And if you go 6 times a year, you'll get 6 bills a year.