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COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test cost in Minnesota

COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test is a lab test. Many labs sell tests directly to the public for a flat cash price, often far below hospital prices.

Typical cash price

In Minnesota

$678Typical
$572 – $678Most listed prices

From 10 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.

Nationwide typical: $283 (most listed prices $112–$678).

Cheapest in Minnesota

  1. Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing
    Hospital · Red Wing, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $517
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing price file · checked Oct 2026
  2. Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague
    Hospital · New Prague, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $578
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague price file · checked Oct 2026
  3. Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea
    Hospital · Albert Lea, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $678
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea price file · checked Oct 2026
  4. Mayo Clinic Health System Cannon Falls
    Hospital · Cannon Falls, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $678
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Cannon Falls price file · checked Oct 2026
  5. Mayo Clinic Health System Fairmont
    Hospital · Fairmont, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $678

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Fairmont price file · checked Oct 2026
  6. Mayo Clinic Health System Lake City
    Hospital · Lake City, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $678
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Lake City price file · checked Oct 2026
  7. Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato
    Hospital · Mankato, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $678
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato price file · checked Oct 2026
  8. Mayo Clinic Health System Owatonna
    Hospital
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $678
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Owatonna price file · checked Oct 2026
  9. Mayo Clinic Health System St James
    Hospital · St James, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Facility fee only
    $678

    Doctor fees are billed separately.

    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System St James price file · checked Oct 2026
  10. Mayo Clinic Health System Waseca
    Hospital · Waseca, MN
    COVID-19 virus mutation (variant) genetic test
    Doctor fee only
    $678
    Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Waseca price file · checked Oct 2026

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Common questions

Do I need a doctor's order?

In most states, direct-to-consumer labs can sell many tests without a separate doctor visit. Some states and some tests still require an order.

Is the blood draw included?

Usually yes for lab stores and booking sites. Hospitals sometimes bill the draw (venipuncture) separately.

Why are prices so different?

Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.

Can I pay cash if I have insurance?

Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.