Lab tests
Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collection cost in Illinois
Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collection is an imaging test. Cash prices for imaging vary widely: hospitals often charge several times what an independent imaging center charges for the same scan.
Typical cash price
In Illinois
From 22 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Illinois.
Nationwide typical: $45.24 (most listed prices $10.74–$206).
Cheapest in Illinois
- Saint Joseph Medical CenterDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$10
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Ascension Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital (Alexian Brothers Medical Center)Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$10.74
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ascension Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Ascension Saint Alexius Women And Children's Hospital (Ascension St. Alexius Medical Center)Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$10.74
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ascension Saint Alexius Women And Children's Hospi price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $15.41
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Holy Cross Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mount Sinai Hospital Medical CenterDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionFacility fee only$15.41
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Deaconess Illinois Crossroads, IncDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$18.20Source: Deaconess Illinois Crossroads, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- Deaconess Illinois Medical CenterDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$18.20Source: Deaconess Illinois Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
- Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital, Inc.Dark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$18.20Source: Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital, Inc. price file · checked Oct 2026
- Deaconess Illinois Red Bud Regional Hospital, IncDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$18.20Source: Deaconess Illinois Red Bud Regional Hospital, Inc price file · checked Oct 2026
- UnityPoint Health - Trinity MolineDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$31.20Source: UnityPoint Health - Trinity Moline price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Illinois Hospital and ClinicsDark field microscopy exam, includes specimen collectionDoctor fee only$32.40Source: University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics price file · checked Oct 2026
- $73.60
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Harrisburg Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
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Common questions
Is the radiologist's read included?
Not always. Hospitals usually list the scan (technical fee) and the radiologist's read (professional fee) separately. Many imaging centers quote one all-in price. Look for the "All-in", "Scan only" or "Read only" label on each price.
Do I need a referral?
Most imaging tests need an order from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Some imaging centers can arrange one; ask when you call.
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.