HCV genotyping Test Cost in India (2026)
For HCV genotyping, under the CGHS rate list effective 13 October 2025. Tier I city at an NABH lab: ₹5,606.
≈ $59.04 in Tier IOfficial CGHS name: HCV genotyping.
The same HCV genotyping costs 32% less at a non-NABH centre in a Tier III city than at an NABH centre in a Tier I city.
of the other 334 rates in Laboratory Tests. The cheapest is Blood Glucose Random at ₹40.
What the Tier I NABH rate is worth in US dollars at today's reference rate. A useful anchor if you are comparing treatment abroad.
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HCV genotyping: CGHS rate in every city tier
| City tier | NABH hospital | Non-NABH hospital | NABH in USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I | ₹5,606 | ₹4,765 | $59.04 |
| Tier II | ₹5,045 | ₹4,289 | $53.14 |
| Tier III | ₹4,485 | ₹3,812 | $47.24 |
CGHS rate list effective 13 October 2025. USD at ECB rate of 23 October 2026.
Where HCV genotyping sits among Laboratory Tests rates
Position 324 of 335 by Tier I NABH rate. One of the pricier items in this specialty.
Other Laboratory Tests rates near this price
| Test | Tier I NABH | Tier III non-NABH |
|---|---|---|
| Cytogenetics | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 |
| HIV Viral Load by PCR | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 |
| Autoimmune Liver Diseases Profile | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 |
| Desmoglein (DSG) 1 And 3 Antibody | ₹5,400 | ₹3,672 |
| Allergy Food Screening Panel | ₹6,000 | ₹4,080 |
| UGT1A1 Gene Analysis | ₹6,000 | ₹4,080 |
| Anti muscle specific receptor tyrosine kinase | ₹6,700 | ₹4,556 |
| Comprehensive Allergy Panel | ₹7,000 | ₹4,760 |
What else costs about ₹5,606?
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Sources
- Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. CGHS Rate List (revised rates, CGHS O.M. F.No.5-16/CGHS(HQ)/HEC/2024 dated 03.10.2025, effective 13.10.2025). cghs.mohfw.gov.in/AHIMSG5/hissso/cghsRateListLogin. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error