Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) Cost in Canada
Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) costs $5 at Dynacare, $51 at LifeLabs in Ontario. This test may be covered by OHIP depending on clinical context. Covered but frequency-limited. May be uninsured if ordered within 80 days of a previous lipid panel. Alpha Labs quoted $827 for this panel by phone; treat that quote as unverified. Last updated: 2026-05-04.
Price by Lab: Dynacare vs LifeLabs
| Provider | Cash price |
|---|---|
| DynacareCHEAPEST | $5 |
| LifeLabs | $51 |
Note: Alpha Labs quoted $827 for this panel by phone; treat that quote as unverified.
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. Covered but frequency-limited. May be uninsured if ordered within 80 days of a previous lipid panel.
Test Information
- Test Name
- Lipid Panel (Cholesterol)
- Category
- General
- OHIP Coverage
- Conditionally Covered
- Dynacare Price
- $5
- LifeLabs Price
- $51
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) cost?
- A Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) costs $5 at Dynacare, $51 at LifeLabs when self-pay in Ontario. The lowest price is $5 at Dynacare. Alpha Labs quoted $827 for this panel by phone; treat that quote as unverified.
- Which lab is cheapest for a Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) in Ontario?
- Dynacare has the lowest quoted cash price at $5. Alpha Labs quoted $827 for this panel by phone; treat that quote as unverified.
- Is a Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) covered by OHIP?
- A Lipid Panel (Cholesterol) may be covered by OHIP depending on clinical context. Covered but frequency-limited. May be uninsured if ordered within 80 days of a previous lipid panel.
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 — Lipid Panel (Cholesterol)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: 2026-05-04