wie teuer ist ein großes blutbild — when to see a doctor?

The cost of a complete blood count (CBC, 'großes Blutbild') in Germany depends on the practice, lab, and whether it's an individual health service (IGeL) or covered by insurance. For preventive screening without medical indication, statutory insured patients typically pay out-of-pocket – usually between €20 and €50. If you have symptoms like fatigue, pallor, frequent infections, or unexplained complaints, a doctor can prescribe a CBC and insurance will cover it. When to see a doctor? Persistent fatigue, unexplained weight loss, fever of unknown origin, signs of bleeding (e.g., bruising), or suspicion of anemia, infection, or inflammation. A CBC measures blood cells (RBC, WBC, platelets) and hemoglobin, but not liver/kidney function or glucose. Interpretation should always be done by a physician. Beware of overpriced private labs or online offers that sell unnecessary add-ons. Evidence: general medical practice; no specific sources from the provided context.