Table 2

Genetic testing costs

SampleCost/sample ($/£)
Proband
 Tests3-150 207.74/129.38
 Equipment26.94/16.84
 20% overhead46.94/29.34
 Data interpretation/report writing49.77/31.11
 Genetic counselling89.02/55.64
 Total420.41/262.76
Relative
 Tests3-150 89.08/55.68
 Equipment11.19/6.99
 20% overhead20.05/12.53
 Data interpretation/report writing24.88/15.55
 Genetic counselling106.83/66.77
 Total252.03/157.52
  • 3-150 Cost per test includes technologist labour and supplies.