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Lipid Panel (Cholesterol Test) price comparison

Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides. Compare what 6 US providers charge, starting at $22.95.

Also called: cholesterol test, lipid profile · Last updated November 3, 2026

Prices checked Nov 2026 · from each provider's own pagerange $22.95 – $59.00

Provider	Test as listed	Price
Ulta Lab TestsLowestLab: Quest Diagnostics	Lipid Panel Test	$22.95	View test →
HealthLabsLab: Labcorp or Quest	Lipid/Cholesterol Panel	$29.00	View test →
Walk-In LabLab: Labcorp or Quest	Lipid Profile Blood Test	$33.00	View test →
PersonalabsLab: Labcorp or Quest	Lipid Panel with LDL/HDL Ratio Blood Test	$51.00	View test →
QuestLab: Quest Diagnostics	Cholesterol Test (Lipid Panel)	$59.00	View test →
Labcorp OnDemandLab: Labcorp	Cholesterol Test (Lipid Panel)	$59.00	View test →

Prices shown are the test price on each provider's page and may not include fees, taxes or promotions. Prices change often, so confirm at checkout. Fees we saw:

Quest: Adds a $6 physician service fee per order (shown on Quest's product pages).
Labcorp OnDemand: Check the cart for any added fees.
Ulta Lab Tests: Ulta's FAQ says a specimen collection (draw) fee, standard $12.95, is added at checkout.
Walk-In Lab: Adds a $6 physician fee per order (shown on Walk-In Lab's product pages).
HealthLabs: Check the cart for any added fees.
Personalabs: Check the cart for any added fees.

Availability varies by state. Direct-to-consumer lab testing is not offered everywhere. For example, Quest's consumer site has not offered testing in Arizona, Hawaii or Puerto Rico, and New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island have had restrictions on ordering tests without a clinician. Rules and provider coverage change, so confirm availability for your state at checkout.

What it measures

A lipid panel measures the fats in your blood: total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol and triglycerides. Many reports also include non-HDL cholesterol and ratios such as total cholesterol to HDL.

Who orders it

Cholesterol screening is a routine part of adult preventive care. People also order a lipid panel to track their numbers between doctor visits or after changes a clinician has recommended.

How to prepare

Some providers ask for a 9 to 12 hour fast, mainly because triglycerides rise after eating. Others accept non-fasting samples. Check the instructions for the test you order.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to fast before a cholesterol test?

It depends on the provider. Some require a 9 to 12 hour fast and others do not. Follow the instructions for the test you buy.

What does a lipid panel include?

Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides, and often non-HDL cholesterol and ratios.

Is there a more detailed cholesterol test?

Yes. Advanced tests such as ApoB, Lp(a) and lipoprotein fractionation look at cholesterol particles in more detail. See our Heart Health category.

LaboratoryTests.com is for information only and is not medical advice. Talk with a licensed clinician about which tests are right for you and what your results mean. Medical disclaimer.