Laboratory Test Cost Calculator
Calculate accurate cost per test for laboratory analysis
Calculate Your Test Cost
Enter the name of the analyte or test for reference
Direct Costs
Test kits, chemicals, tubes, pipette tips, etc.
Technician time for sample processing and analysis
Calibration standards, control materials, proficiency testing
Extra reagents like buffer, lab grade water etc
Total Direct Costs: 0.00
Indirect Costs
Instrument depreciation, maintenance contracts
Lab space rent, electricity, water, HVAC
Management, billing, IT support, software licenses
Staff training, certification fees, continuing education
Total Indirect Costs: 0.00
Total tests processed in a single batch run
For expired materials and necessary re-runs
Regulatory compliance, quality control, unexpected maintenance
Cost Per Test
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Total cost to run a single laboratory test
Cost Breakdown
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Indirect Costs:
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Total Cost:
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Pro Tip: Always include 15-20% for "Hidden Costs" such as regulatory compliance, quality control, and unexpected maintenance. Detailed cost tracking helps identify areas for efficiency improvements.
About This Calculator
This calculator helps laboratory managers and researchers accurately determine the true cost of running individual tests. By accounting for both detailed direct and indirect expenses, plus wastage and hidden costs, you can make informed decisions about pricing, budgeting, and resource allocation.
The calculation follows this formula: Cost Per Test = (Direct Costs + Indirect Costs) × (1 + Wastage Rate/100) × (1 + Hidden Costs Rate/100) ÷ Batch Size