Lab tests
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets cost in North Carolina
Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets 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 North Carolina
From 92 hospital and 0 clinic prices in North Carolina.
Nationwide typical: $688 (most listed prices $278–$1,863).
Cheapest in North Carolina
- $250
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: WakeMed Cary Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - WakeMed Mental Health & Well Being Hospital - WakebrookMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$250
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: WakeMed Mental Health & Well Being Hospital - Wake price fil · checked Oct 2026 - ECU Health North HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$265
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health North Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Alamance Regional Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$278
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Alamance Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $278
Doctor fees are billed separately. +3 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Annie Penn Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - The Outer Banks HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$280
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: The Outer Banks Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $286
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Betsy Johnson Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $286
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Bladen County Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Cape Fear Valley Medical CenterMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$286
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cape Fear Valley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Highsmith-Rainey Specialty HospitalMeningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targetsFacility fee only$286
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $286
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Hoke Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $360
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UNC Health Southeastern price file · checked Sep 2026
See all prices for Meningitis/encephalitis pathogen panel (PCR), 12–25 targets
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.