Which provider is better:Blueprint Advanced or Healthspan?
Healthspan provides better value with 22.9 biomarkers per $100 spent, offering more comprehensive coverage for your investment.
However, the best choice depends on your specific health goals, budget, and which biomarkers are most important for your situation.
How much do Blueprint Advanced and Healthspan cost per year?
Blueprint Advanced costs $1150 per year for 2,
while Healthspan costs $349 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $575
for Blueprint Advanced and $349
for Healthspan.
What biomarkers does Blueprint Advanced test that Healthspan doesn't?
Blueprint Advanced includes 6 unique biomarkers not found in Healthspan's panel.
These include Magnesium, Total T4, Vitamin B12, and others.
Can I use insurance with Blueprint Advanced or Healthspan?
Both Blueprint Advanced and Healthspan are direct-to-consumer services that typically don't accept insurance.
However, you may be able to submit receipts to your insurance for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits,
or use HSA/FSA funds for payment. Check with your insurance provider and the testing companies for specific policies.
How often should I get blood work done?
Most health optimization experts recommend testing 2-4 times per year to establish baselines and track trends.
Blueprint Advanced includes 2 in their annual membership,
while Healthspan includes 1.
More frequent testing allows you to track the effectiveness of interventions and catch changes early.
Where can I get blood drawn for these tests?
Blueprint Advanced uses 3500+ Labcorp,
while Healthspan uses Quest/Labcorp.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
