Function Health vs Marek Health Complete
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
Function Health
43.8 biomarkers per $100
Most Comprehensive
Function Health
160+ biomarkers tested
Most Tests Per Year
Function Health
2 tests/year
Cost & Value Comparison
Function Health
Annual Cost$365
Tests per Year2
Total Biomarkers160+
Cost per Test$182
Marek Health Complete
Annual Cost$895
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers100+
Cost per Test$895
Service Details
| Feature | Function Health | Marek Health Complete |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | 2000+ Quest | Nationwide |
| Key Features | Cancer markers, autoimmune panel (ANA), advanced lipids (ApoB), heavy metals (lead), Omega-3, clinician review | Hormone optimization focus, TRT support, venipuncture included, Male/Female panels, custom panel builder |
| Notes | $365/year, single membership tier (reduced from $499; Function announced the $365 price directly). 160+ lab tests 2x/year plus on-demand testing. GRAIL cancer screening, MRI/CT scans, Alzheimer's testing, mold reactivity as add-ons. HSA/FSA eligible. | Comprehensive panel. 45-min expert review sessions available. Heavy metals and advanced markers |
Biomarker Coverage Comparison
74
Tests in Common
31
Only in Function Health
5
Only in Marek Health Complete
Tests Only in Function Health
- LDL Particle Number(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Particle Size(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Iodine(Thyroid Function)
- Selenium(Thyroid Function)
- AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Heavy Metals - Lead(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Heavy Metals - Mercury(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- ANA Screen (Antinuclear Antibodies)(Autoimmune Markers)
- ANA Titer(Autoimmune Markers)
- ANA Pattern(Autoimmune Markers)
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF)(Autoimmune Markers)
19 more
- Celiac Disease Panel (Comprehensive)(Autoimmune Markers)
- CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)(Cancer Screening Markers)
- CA-125 (Ovarian Cancer)(Cancer Screening Markers)
- CA 19-9 (Pancreatic/GI Cancer)(Cancer Screening Markers)
- AFP (Alpha-Fetoprotein - Liver Cancer)(Cancer Screening Markers)
- Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio(Additional Specialized Tests)
- HDL Subfractions (Large/Small)(Additional Specialized Tests)
- Transferrin Saturation(Additional Specialized Tests)
- Zinc(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- Copper(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- Oxidized LDL (OxLDL)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Fibrinogen(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Lipase(Liver Function)
- PTH (Parathyroid Hormone)(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- Osteocalcin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Leptin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Adiponectin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- C-Peptide(Metabolic Health / Glucose)
- Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
Tests Only in Marek Health Complete
- Reticulocyte Count(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- nRBC (Nucleated Red Blood Cells)(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Total T3(Thyroid Function)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Function Health or Marek Health Complete?
Function Health is cheaper at $365/year, compared with $895/year for Marek Health Complete.
How much do Function Health and Marek Health Complete cost per year?
Function Health costs $365/year for 2 tests ($182 per test). Marek Health Complete costs $895/year for 1 test ($895 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Function Health or Marek Health Complete?
Function Health lists more biomarkers: 160+, compared with 100+ for Marek Health Complete. Of the markers in our database, 74 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Function Health or Marek Health Complete?
Function Health gives more biomarkers per dollar: 43.8 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 11.2 for Marek Health Complete. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Function Health test that Marek Health Complete doesn't?
31 markers in our database are in Function Health's panel but not Marek Health Complete's, including LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, Iodine, and 28 more.
What does Marek Health Complete test that Function Health doesn't?
5 markers in our database are in Marek Health Complete's panel but not Function Health's, including Reticulocyte Count, LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase), UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity), and 2 more.
How many tests per year do Function Health and Marek Health Complete include?
Function Health includes 2 tests per year. Marek Health Complete includes 1 test per year.
Where do Function Health and Marek Health Complete draw blood?
Function Health: 2000+ Quest. Marek Health Complete: Nationwide.
Can I use insurance with Function Health or Marek Health Complete?
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.