Which provider is better:Empirical Health or SiPhox Health?
SiPhox Health provides better value with 48.0 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 Empirical Health and SiPhox Health cost per year?
Empirical Health costs $190 per year for 1,
while SiPhox Health costs $125 per year for 4.
The cost per test is $190
for Empirical Health and $31
for SiPhox Health.
What biomarkers does Empirical Health test that SiPhox Health doesn't?
Empirical Health includes 55 unique biomarkers not found in SiPhox Health's panel.
These include Hematocrit, Red Blood Cell Count (RBC), White Blood Cell Count (WBC), and others.
Can I use insurance with Empirical Health or SiPhox Health?
Both Empirical Health and SiPhox Health 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.
Empirical Health includes 1 in their annual membership,
while SiPhox Health includes 4.
More frequent testing allows you to track the effectiveness of interventions and catch changes early.
Where can I get blood drawn for these tests?
Empirical Health uses 2200+ locations,
while SiPhox Health uses At-home.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
