Which provider is better:Function Health or Marek Health Comprehensive?
Function Health offers better value with 20.0 biomarkers per $100 spent, making it more cost-effective for comprehensive testing.
However, the best choice depends on your specific health goals, budget, and which biomarkers are most important for your situation.
How much do Function Health and Marek Health Comprehensive cost per year?
Function Health costs $499 per year for 2,
while Marek Health Comprehensive costs $495 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $250
for Function Health and $495
for Marek Health Comprehensive.
What biomarkers does Function Health test that Marek Health Comprehensive doesn't?
Function Health includes 42 unique biomarkers not found in Marek Health Comprehensive's panel.
These include Lipoprotein (a), LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, and others.
Can I use insurance with Function Health or Marek Health Comprehensive?
Both Function Health and Marek Health Comprehensive 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.
Function Health includes 2 in their annual membership,
while Marek Health Comprehensive 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?
Function Health uses 2000+ Quest,
while Marek Health Comprehensive uses Nationwide.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
