Cystatin-C (Fasting) Cost in Canada
Cystatin-C (Fasting) costs $62 at LifeLabs, $65 at Dynacare, $85 at Alpha Labs in Ontario. This test may be covered by OHIP depending on clinical context. Not listed in OHIP SOB. Coverage depends on clinical context. The displayed Alpha Labs total includes its $25 documentation fee per requisition for uninsured patients. Dynacare sends Cystatin C out to a reference lab; the quoted price covers the send-out. Last updated: 2026-05-12.
Price by Lab: LifeLabs vs Dynacare vs Alpha Labs
| Provider | Cash price |
|---|---|
| LifeLabsCHEAPEST | $62 |
| Dynacare | $65 |
| Alpha Labs | $85 |
Note: The displayed Alpha Labs total includes its $25 documentation fee per requisition for uninsured patients.
Note: Dynacare sends Cystatin C out to a reference lab; the quoted price covers the send-out.
Prices are cash quotes for self-pay (uninsured) patients in Ontario, collected by phone from each lab. Contact the lab directly to verify current pricing.
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OHIP Coverage
This test is covered by OHIP when ordered by a physician for medical necessity. Not listed in OHIP SOB. Coverage depends on clinical context.
Test Information
- Test Name
- Cystatin-C (Fasting)
- Category
- Kidney
- OHIP Coverage
- Conditionally Covered
- LifeLabs Price
- $62
- Dynacare Price
- $65
- Alpha Labs Price
- $85
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a Cystatin-C (Fasting) cost?
- A Cystatin-C (Fasting) costs $62 at LifeLabs, $65 at Dynacare, $85 at Alpha Labs when self-pay in Ontario. The lowest price is $62 at LifeLabs. The displayed Alpha Labs total includes its $25 documentation fee per requisition for uninsured patients. Dynacare sends Cystatin C out to a reference lab; the quoted price covers the send-out.
- Which lab is cheapest for a Cystatin-C (Fasting) in Ontario?
- LifeLabs has the lowest quoted cash price at $62. The displayed Alpha Labs total includes its $25 documentation fee per requisition for uninsured patients. Dynacare sends Cystatin C out to a reference lab; the quoted price covers the send-out.
- Is a Cystatin-C (Fasting) covered by OHIP?
- A Cystatin-C (Fasting) may be covered by OHIP depending on clinical context. Not listed in OHIP SOB. Coverage depends on clinical context.
Sources
Lab test prices are based on published provider rates and direct inquiries for self-pay patients in Ontario. OHIP coverage status is verified against the Ontario Schedule of Benefits for Laboratory Services. Prices may vary by location and are subject to change. Contact the lab directly to verify current pricing.
Read the full pricing methodology and canonical sources.
- Dynacare PricingDynacare Find a Test — Cystatin-C (Fasting)Accessed 2026-02-01
- OHIP CoverageOHIP Schedule of Benefits — Laboratory ServicesAccessed 2026-01-15
- provider_pricesTeleTest Ontario lab pricing survey: cash prices quoted by phone at LifeLabs, Dynacare, and Alpha Labs central lines, 2026-05-03 to 2026-06-04Accessed 2026-06-06
Last updated: 2026-05-12