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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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