Musculotendinous Biopsy Price in Mexico — 2026 Comparison
A muscle-tendon biopsy consists of taking a small sample of muscle or tendon to analyze it in the lab and guide a diagnosis.
What is it for? It allows the tissue to be studied when muscular, inflammatory, or other disorders are suspected that require confirmation under the microscope.
What does it include? The sample is obtained through an incision or with a needle, depending on the case, and is then sent for pathology testing.
Which specialist performs it? It's performed by the general surgeon or orthopedist, and in minors, the pediatric surgeon. Reviewing the indication with the specialist will clarify why it's requested and what information it provides in your case.
Most Affordable Cities
| # | City | Average Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Puebla Puebla | $800 MXN |
| 2 | Tlajomulco de Zuñiga Jalisco | $800 MXN |
| 3 | Chihuahua Chihuahua | $1,000 MXN |
| 4 | Azcapotzalco Ciudad de México | $1,000 MXN |
| 5 | Apizaco Tlaxcala | $1,000 MXN |
Most Expensive Cities
| # | City | Average Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | León Guanajuato | $5,000 MXN |
| 2 | Naucalpan de Juárez México | $5,200 MXN |
| 3 | San Pedro Garza Garcia Nuevo León | $6,000 MXN |
| 4 | Monterrey Nuevo León | $7,000 MXN |
| 5 | Morelia Michoacán de Ocampo | $15,000 MXN |
All Cities
| City | Average Price | Providers |
|---|---|---|
| Puebla Puebla | $800 | 1 |
| Tlajomulco de Zuñiga Jalisco | $800 | 1 |
| Chihuahua Chihuahua | $1,000 | 1 |
| Azcapotzalco Ciudad de México | $1,000 | 1 |
| Apizaco Tlaxcala | $1,000 | 1 |
| Postal Ciudad de México | $1,000 | 1 |
| Gustavo A. Madero Ciudad de México | $1,100 | 2 |
| Celaya Guanajuato | $1,500 | 1 |
| Guadalajara Jalisco | $2,000 | 1 |
| Magdalena Contreras Ciudad de México | $2,500 | 1 |
| Veracruz Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave | $2,500 | 1 |
| Tlalpan Ciudad de México | $3,000 | 1 |
| Mexico City Ciudad de México | $3,500 | 2 |
| Coyoacán Ciudad de México | $3,500 | 1 |
| Mérida Yucatán | $4,000 | 1 |
| Nezahualcóyotl México | $4,500 | 1 |
| Metepec México | $5,000 | 1 |
| Bahia de Banderas Nayarit | $5,000 | 1 |
| León Guanajuato | $5,000 | 1 |
| Naucalpan de Juárez México | $5,200 | 2 |
| San Pedro Garza Garcia Nuevo León | $6,000 | 1 |
| Monterrey Nuevo León | $7,000 | 2 |
| Morelia Michoacán de Ocampo | $15,000 | 1 |
Before you book
- Every licensed doctor in Mexico holds a cédula profesional, a national licence number. It appears on our doctor profiles where we have it, and you can verify it yourself against the federal registry.
- Ask exactly what a quoted price covers. Consultation, imaging, anaesthesia, materials and follow-up visits are often quoted separately.
- Ask who handles follow-up once you are home, and what happens if something needs correcting. For treatment that spans several visits, agree the schedule before you travel.
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