Blood tests in Switzerland
Who may, who pays, what it costs.
We compare prices. Here we explain the system behind them — without recommending which test you should take.
Do I need a doctor’s order?
In short: no — but it changes who pays.
Will my health insurance pay?
Only if a condition is met.
What does it really cost?
The test itself is often the smaller part.
The short path
You want to know a blood value
A doctor ordered it
Basic insurance pays — if the analysis is listed and its condition is met. Deductible and co-payment apply.
You want to know it yourself
You pay yourself. No tariff protection: prices are free. Most labs still follow the official tariff — but not all.
Frequently searched
Symptoms lead to values — not the other way round.