Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in AUD · Recall feed checked daily
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Skin Allergy Work-up cost across Australia

Investigation and treatment of itching, overgrooming or miliary dermatitis, including cytology and medication.

A$240–A$760national typical range (AUD)
Sydneymost expensive city
Hobartleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

SydneyA$600
MelbourneA$560
CanberraA$550
PerthA$510
BrisbaneA$500
DarwinA$500
GeelongA$500
Gold CoastA$490
CairnsA$490
TownsvilleA$485
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Flea allergy is still the most common cause even in indoor cats. Treat all pets in the home.
  • A food trial is slow but cheaper than allergy testing.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Cairns would get roughly A$440 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about A$42–A$90/month for a young cat.

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Full table

All 16 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Sydney NSWA$285–A$910
Melbourne VICA$265–A$850
Canberra ACTA$260–A$835
Perth WAA$240–A$775
Brisbane QLDA$240–A$760
Darwin NTA$240–A$760
Geelong VICA$240–A$760
Gold Coast QLDA$235–A$745
Cairns QLDA$235–A$745
Townsville QLDA$230–A$735
Ballarat VICA$230–A$730
Newcastle NSWA$225–A$720
Toowoomba QLDA$225–A$720
Bendigo VICA$225–A$720
Adelaide SAA$220–A$705
Hobart TASA$220–A$700
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of skin allergy work-up in Australia?

Nationally A$240–A$760 in 2026. Sydney is the most expensive city we track; Hobart the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover skin allergy work-up?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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