Lab tests
Prenatal birth defect screening blood test, 5 markers cost in North Carolina
Prenatal birth defect screening blood test, 5 markers 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 North Carolina
From 9 hospital and 0 clinic prices in North Carolina.
Nationwide typical: $132 (most listed prices $51–$473).
Cheapest in North Carolina
- $105
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $107
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health Chowan Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan HospitalPrenatal birth defect screening blood test, 5 markersFacility fee only$107
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $109
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health Duplin Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $111
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health Bertie Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $115
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: The Outer Banks Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $118
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: ECU Health North Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - ECU Health Beaufort Hospital - a campus of ECU Health Medical CenterPrenatal birth defect screening blood test, 5 markersFacility fee only$145
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: ECU Health Beaufort Hospital - a campus of ECU Hea price fil · 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.