Lab tests
Wet mount smear for infection (e.g. wet prep, KOH) cost in California
Wet mount smear for infection (e.g. wet prep, KOH) 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 California
From 321 hospital and 1 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $33.80 (most listed prices $8.97–$122).
Cheapest in California
- Glendale Memorial Hospital Health CenterWet mount smear for infection (e.g. wet prep, KOH)Facility fee only$2.29
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Glendale Memorial Hospital Health Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Regents of the California at Irvine HospitalWet mount smear for infection (e.g. wet prep, KOH)Facility fee only$2.80
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Regents of the California at Irvine Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2.88
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Eisenhower Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2.88
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Redlands Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - San Gabriel Valley Medical CenterWet mount smear for infection (e.g. wet prep, KOH)Facility fee only$3
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: San Gabriel Valley Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3.21
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Barton Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3.45
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: San Joaquin Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3.45
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St Helena Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. LawrenceWet mount smear for infection (e.g. wet prep, KOH)Doctor fee only$3.50Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence price fil · checked Oct 2026
- $3.61
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Doctors Medical Center Modesto price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3.61
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Reedley Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $3.65
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Orchard Hospital 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.