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Old August 25th 06, 03:04 AM posted to rec.pets.dogs.health
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Default What is the normal cost for a ACTH test?

Hi, my 10 1/2 year old Dachshund tested high for cortisol I believe it
was in a urine test. I forgot the name of the test but it was a
screening test for Cushings. She had been drinking more than usual so
I was concerned, and also another vet told me that she tested high on a
blood test a couple months ago and I believe the vet mentioned possible
Cushings.

Anyway, the vet quoted me $175 for the ACTH test, and if positive would
require another test within a week of starting meds, and then another
one a few weeks afterwards. I had just about enough money to cover
this, calculating a bit extra for any medication if indeed if she
tested positive. I called back to set the appt. and then they told me
that the test was now $225. This has been a good vet for me and pretty
reasonably priced, but I am lower income and cannot really afford
$200-plus tests here and there. I mean once or twice yes, but not on a
regular, continual basis.

Is this the "going rate" for this test. I am concerned about my dog
but she seems fine besides a bit higher than normal water consumption.
She has had no accidents in the house and besides the water intake and
gaining a pound or two nothing that really stands out.


thanks
CTV

 




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