Empirical Health vs Oura Health Panels
Complete Head-to-Head Comparison
Compare costs, biomarker coverage, and value to find the best blood testing service for your needs
Quick Comparison Summary
Best Value
Empirical Health
52.6 biomarkers per $100
Most Comprehensive
Empirical Health
100+ biomarkers tested
Most Tests Per Year
Tie
1 tests/year each
Cost & Value Comparison
Empirical Health
Annual Cost$190
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers100+
Cost per Test$190
Oura Health Panels
Annual Cost$99
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers50
Cost per Test$99
Service Details
| Feature | Empirical Health | Oura Health Panels |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | 2200+ locations | 2000+ Quest |
| Key Features | Personalized MD video visit included, doctor messaging, custom nutrition plan, exercise routines, mobile app | Integrated with Oura Ring, AI-powered insights, critical result physician calls, app-based results |
| Notes | $190 per test with MD video visit included. Single lab visit. HSA/FSA eligible | $99 per panel, periodically discounted (recently $74.25). 50 biomarkers across metabolic, cardiovascular, liver, kidney, inflammation and immune markers. Booked and paid inside the Oura App, drawn at 2,000+ Quest locations, results in-app in 24-48 hours. Interpreted by Oura Advisor against your ring biometrics. Requires an active Oura Membership and a Ring Gen3 or Ring 4. Not available in AZ, HI, NJ, NY, RI. |
Biomarker Coverage Comparison
43
Tests in Common
42
Only in Empirical Health
0
Only in Oura Health Panels
Tests Only in Empirical Health
- VLDL Cholesterol(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Uric Acid(Metabolic Health / Glucose)
- Magnesium(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)(Thyroid Function)
- Free T4 (Thyroxine)(Thyroid Function)
- Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Vitamin B12(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Folate(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Ferritin(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Iron (Serum)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Transferrin Saturation(Additional Specialized Tests)
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- Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- ApoB/ApoA1 Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- De Ritis Ratio (AST/ALT)(Liver Function)
- Urine Appearance(Urinalysis)
- Urine Color(Urinalysis)
- Urine pH(Urinalysis)
- Urine Specific Gravity(Urinalysis)
- Urine Protein(Urinalysis)
- Urine Glucose(Urinalysis)
- Urine Ketones(Urinalysis)
- Urine Bilirubin(Urinalysis)
- Urine Blood (Occult)(Urinalysis)
- Urine Nitrite(Urinalysis)
- Urine Leukocyte Esterase(Urinalysis)
- Urine WBC(Urinalysis)
- Urine RBC(Urinalysis)
- Urine Bacteria(Urinalysis)
- Squamous Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Transitional Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Renal Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Hyaline Casts (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Granular Casts (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Urine Crystals(Urinalysis)
- Calcium Oxalate Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Uric Acid Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Triple Phosphate Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Yeast (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Band Neutrophils(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Reactive Lymphocytes(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Reducing Substances (Urine)(Urinalysis)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Empirical Health or Oura Health Panels?
Oura Health Panels is cheaper at $99/year, compared with $190/year for Empirical Health.
How much do Empirical Health and Oura Health Panels cost per year?
Empirical Health costs $190/year for 1 test ($190 per test). Oura Health Panels costs $99/year for 1 test ($99 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Empirical Health or Oura Health Panels?
Empirical Health lists more biomarkers: 100+, compared with 50 for Oura Health Panels. Of the markers in our database, 43 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Empirical Health or Oura Health Panels?
Empirical Health gives more biomarkers per dollar: 52.6 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 50.5 for Oura Health Panels. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Empirical Health test that Oura Health Panels doesn't?
42 markers in our database are in Empirical Health's panel but not Oura Health Panels', including VLDL Cholesterol, Uric Acid, Magnesium, and 39 more.
What does Oura Health Panels test that Empirical Health doesn't?
Every marker we track in Oura Health Panels' panel is also in Empirical Health's.
How many tests per year do Empirical Health and Oura Health Panels include?
Empirical Health includes 1 test per year. Oura Health Panels includes 1 test per year.
Where do Empirical Health and Oura Health Panels draw blood?
Empirical Health: 2200+ locations. Oura Health Panels: 2000+ Quest.
Can I use insurance with Empirical Health or Oura Health Panels?
Both are direct-to-consumer services paid out of pocket. Some buyers pay with HSA/FSA funds or submit receipts for out-of-network reimbursement; check with your plan and the provider.