Biopsy of the Liver

This procedure involves the removal of a sample of liver tissue to check for liver disease, the presence of abnormal or cancerous cells, cysts, or parasites.

How much does it cost?

This is the typical price paid in your area. Your actual health costs may vary based on your health status, insurance plan, health care provider and other factors.

Average Price

$5,503

Typical Price Range

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Each bundle includes steps and services that are part of a typical treatment plan.

Step 1

A visit with a health care provider for a detailed evaluation and treatment of symptoms.

$154 Avg

What's Included?

Service Average
Blood sample collection $3
Comprehensive metabolic blood panel $11
Complete blood count (CBC) test $9
Blood clotting time test $4
Blood coagulation test $6
Office visit for established patient $121

Step 2

An x-ray of the liver and abdominal structures to evaluate any abnormalities.

$1,286 Avg

What's Included?

Service Average
Computerized tomography (CT) scan $156
Computerized tomography (CT) scan (facility fee) $1,130

Step 3

A procedure that removes a sample of liver tissue to check for liver disease.

$3,919 Avg

What's Included?

Service Average
Liver biopsy $159
Liver biopsy (facility fee) $3,378
Ultrasound guidance for needle placement $49
Pathology examination of collected sample $135
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue $29
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue $93
Tissue or cell analysis $59
Moderate sedation $17

Step 4

Follow up office visit after the procedure.

$144 Avg

What's Included?

Service Average
Blood sample collection $3
Comprehensive metabolic blood panel $11
Complete blood count (CBC) test $9
Office visit for established patient $121