If you need a complete blood count, the price can differ quite a lot from one laboratory to another, even for the same basic test. This comparison brings together the standard CBC test price at the major laboratories in Pakistan, so you can see the difference at a glance before you book. The prices below are the prices as listed in November 2026. Prices may vary by branch or city, and laboratories can change their rates, so it is worth confirming the current price at booking.
CBC Test Price Comparison
| Lab | CBC Test Price (PKR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory | Rs. 600 | Standard CBC as listed on the Ibn-E-Sina test list. |
| Khan Lab and Diagnostic Centre | Rs. 700 | Standard Complete Blood Count (CBC) as listed on the Khan Lab test list. |
| Dr Essa Laboratory | Rs. 790 | Standard CBC as listed on the Dr Essa test list. See also the Dr Essa CBC test price post. |
| Alnoor Diagnostic Centre | Rs. 800 | Standard Complete Blood Count (CBC) as listed on the Alnoor test list. |
| Dow Lab (Dow Diagnostic Research and Reference Laboratory) | Rs. 860 | Standard CBC as listed on the Dow Lab test list. See also the Dow Lab CBC test price post. |
| Chughtai Lab | Rs. 900 | Official Chughtai rate for Blood C/E (Complete, CBC). The All Lab Tests Chughtai list page currently shows Rs. 800 for the same test, so the official rate is used here. |
| Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC) | Rs. 1,100 | Standard Complete Blood Count (CBC) as listed on the IDC test list. |
| Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) | Price not publicly listed — confirm with the hospital | No single public individual CBC price is published for AKUH, so no figure is shown for this laboratory. |
Price Summary
Among the laboratories in the table with a listed price, the cheapest standard CBC is Rs. 600 at Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory, and the most expensive is Rs. 1,100 at Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC). The full range in the table is therefore Rs. 600 to Rs. 1,100. Aga Khan University Hospital is not included in this range because no price is listed for it in the table.
What a CBC Test Measures
A complete blood count, usually called a CBC, is a common blood test that looks at the main types of cells in your blood. In plain words, it measures haemoglobin, the substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen around the body; red blood cells themselves, which carry oxygen; white blood cells, which help fight infection, including their different types such as neutrophils and lymphocytes; platelets, the small cells that help blood to clot; haematocrit, the share of the blood made up of red blood cells; and MCV, or mean corpuscular volume, which describes the average size of red blood cells. Together, these measurements give a doctor a broad picture of blood health.
When and Why Doctors Order a CBC
Doctors order a CBC for many everyday reasons. It may be part of a routine health check, or it may be requested when a person feels unusually tired or weak, has a fever or an infection, bruises or bleeds more easily than usual, or looks pale. It can also help a doctor check for anaemia, infection or inflammation, follow up a known blood condition, or monitor how a person is responding to treatment. Because it covers several blood measurements in one test, it is often one of the first tests a doctor asks for.
Preparation
For general information only: a CBC usually needs no fasting unless it is combined with other tests that do require fasting. If your doctor has given you specific instructions, follow your doctor’s advice, and check at booking whether any other test in the same visit needs preparation.
Normal Ranges
The figures below are general reference values only. Ranges vary by laboratory and by age, and only a doctor can interpret a report in the context of a person’s health, symptoms and medical history.
| Measurement | General reference range |
|---|---|
| Haemoglobin — men | About 13.5 to 17.5 g/dL |
| Haemoglobin — women | About 12.0 to 15.5 g/dL |
| Red blood cells (RBC) | About 4.1 to 5.9 million cells per microlitre, varying by sex |
| White blood cells (WBC) | About 4,000 to 11,000 cells per microlitre |
| Platelets | About 150,000 to 450,000 per microlitre |
If a value falls outside the range shown on your own laboratory report, do not try to interpret it on your own — discuss it with your doctor.
Reports
In general, the major laboratories provide reports online or through their lab portal, as well as at the laboratory itself. The report pages on this site explain how to check reports for each laboratory, including Chughtai Lab online reports, Dr Essa online reports, IDC online reports, Dow Lab reports online, Ibn-E-Sina online reports, Alnoor online reports and Aga Khan University Hospital lab reports. No report time is stated here, because a report time should only be relied on where the laboratory’s own page states it.
How to Choose a Lab
Price is a useful starting point, but it is not the only factor. Consider branch access — whether the laboratory has a branch that is easy for you to reach, or offers home sample collection where available; report access — whether you can view and download your report online; and practical matters such as opening hours and how the booking is confirmed. No single laboratory is declared best in this comparison: the right choice depends on your location, your doctor’s advice and what matters most to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest CBC test price in this comparison?
Among the priced laboratories in the table, the cheapest standard CBC is Rs. 600 at Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory.
What is the most expensive CBC test price in this comparison?
Among the priced laboratories in the table, the most expensive standard CBC is Rs. 1,100 at Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC).
Do I need to fast before a CBC test?
Usually no fasting is needed for a CBC alone, unless it is combined with other tests that require fasting. Follow your doctor’s advice.
What does a CBC test measure?
A CBC measures haemoglobin, red blood cells, white blood cells and their types, platelets, haematocrit and MCV, giving a broad picture of blood health.
Why is no price shown for Aga Khan University Hospital?
No single public individual CBC price is published for Aga Khan University Hospital, so the table notes that the price should be confirmed with the hospital rather than showing a figure that has not been verified.
Closing Note
All Lab Tests is an independent price-comparison site and is not affiliated with any laboratory named in this post. Prices change, so confirm the current price at booking. This post is for information only and is not medical advice; for questions about your own health or a test result, speak to your doctor.
