It can be scary to have a mass in the thyroid or any body part. However, doctors can evaluate the case using fine needle aspiration biopsy. The price of FNAB starts from Php 400 in a government hospital. Check the rates of other medical centers.
Rates of Hospitals
- TagaytayMed – Php 500 to 700
- Westerns Visayas Medical Center – Php 380
- Makati Medical Center – Php 5,000 (base price)
- Perpetual Succor – Php 1,100 to Php 1,300
The presented price of biopsy type may be conservative since private hospitals also offer the same tests. Inquire from your preferred facility to know more about their current rates.
You may avail of a discounted price using your senior citizen ID or PWD ID. I have researched some more on the rates of public hospitals and the cheapest I found is Php 380 from Western Visayas Medical Center. So you get the idea how much it costs in government hospitals.
Why Have It?
Fine needle aspiration biopsy is usually done with the use of a guided ultrasound. One benefit of the test is that it may involve only a little discomfort. The doctor will guide you on what to do before the test.
The test may be utilized for the following
- Thyroid problems
- Breast cancer diagnosis
In some cases, HMO companies may also cover specific types of diagnostic tests. However, this is not usually the case since most of the coverage includes but is not limited to professional fees, room and board and other medical procedures.
Results Availability
Depending on the hospital, the fnab result may be available starting from 2 days to two weeks. It is best to inquire from the staff about the release date of the results. The results can then be submitted to the doctor for further evaluation.
References: Thyroid
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