Lab tests
Whole mitochondrial genome sequencing cost in Louisiana
Whole mitochondrial genome sequencing 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 Louisiana
From 13 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Louisiana.
Nationwide typical: $1,544 (most listed prices $490–$5,119).
Cheapest in Louisiana
- Ochsner Medical Center - (This file encompasses multiple facilities, including OMC – Jeff Hwy, OMC – Baptist, OMC – Clearview, Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and OMC – West Bank Campus)Whole mitochondrial genome sequencingFacility fee only$297
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Medical Center - (This file encompasses mu price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $378
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner price file · checked Oct 2026 - $396
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $432
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge price file · checked Oct 2026 - $594
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner St. Anne Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $711
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center (This file encompasses multiple facilities, including Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Surgery Hospital & Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital)Whole mitochondrial genome sequencingFacility fee only$743
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center (This fil price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $1,157
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport price file · checked Oct 2026 - Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St. Mary Medical CenterWhole mitochondrial genome sequencingFacility fee only$1,246
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St. Mary Medical C price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $1,366
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $1,447
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Union General Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,544
Doctor fees are billed separately.
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.