Function 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
Oura Health Panels
50.5 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
Oura Health Panels
Annual Cost$99
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers50
Cost per Test$99
Service Details
| Feature | Function Health | Oura Health Panels |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | 2000+ Quest | 2000+ Quest |
| Key Features | Cancer markers, autoimmune panel (ANA), advanced lipids (ApoB), heavy metals (lead), Omega-3, clinician review | Integrated with Oura Ring, AI-powered insights, critical result physician calls, app-based results |
| 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. | $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
39
Tests in Common
66
Only in Function Health
4
Only in Oura Health Panels
Tests Only in Function Health
- VLDL Cholesterol(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Particle Number(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Particle Size(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Uric Acid(Metabolic Health / Glucose)
- GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)(Liver Function)
- Magnesium(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)(Thyroid Function)
- Free T4 (Thyroxine)(Thyroid Function)
- Free T3 (Triiodothyronine)(Thyroid Function)
- TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase)(Thyroid Function)
- Thyroglobulin Antibodies(Thyroid Function)
- Iodine(Thyroid Function)
54 more
- Selenium(Thyroid Function)
- Total Testosterone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Free Testosterone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)(Sex Hormones (Male))
- PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)(Sex Hormones (Male))
- DHEA-S(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Estradiol (E2)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Progesterone(Sex Hormones (Female))
- FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- LH (Luteinizing Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Prolactin(Sex Hormones (Female))
- AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Homocysteine(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- 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)
- Cortisol(Stress & Adrenal Function)
- Omega-3 Index / Fatty Acids(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Heavy Metals - Lead(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Heavy Metals - Mercury(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Creatine Kinase(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- ANA Screen (Antinuclear Antibodies)(Autoimmune Markers)
- ANA Titer(Autoimmune Markers)
- ANA Pattern(Autoimmune Markers)
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF)(Autoimmune Markers)
- 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)
- Cystatin C(Kidney Function)
- Reverse T3(Thyroid Function)
- Pregnenolone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- 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)
- Immature Granulocytes(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
Tests Only in Oura Health Panels
- Non-HDL Cholesterol(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL/HDL Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio (A/G)(Kidney Function)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Function Health or Oura Health Panels?
Oura Health Panels is cheaper at $99/year, compared with $365/year for Function Health.
How much do Function Health and Oura Health Panels cost per year?
Function Health costs $365/year for 2 tests ($182 per test). Oura Health Panels costs $99/year for 1 test ($99 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Function Health or Oura Health Panels?
Function Health lists more biomarkers: 160+, compared with 50 for Oura Health Panels. Of the markers in our database, 39 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Function Health or Oura Health Panels?
Oura Health Panels gives more biomarkers per dollar: 50.5 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 43.8 for Function Health. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Function Health test that Oura Health Panels doesn't?
66 markers in our database are in Function Health's panel but not Oura Health Panels', including VLDL Cholesterol, LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, and 63 more.
What does Oura Health Panels test that Function Health doesn't?
4 markers in our database are in Oura Health Panels' panel but not Function Health's, including Non-HDL Cholesterol, Total Cholesterol/HDL Ratio, LDL/HDL Ratio, and 1 more.
How many tests per year do Function Health and Oura Health Panels include?
Function Health includes 2 tests per year. Oura Health Panels includes 1 test per year.
Where do Function Health and Oura Health Panels draw blood?
Function Health: 2000+ Quest. Oura Health Panels: 2000+ Quest.
Can I use insurance with Function 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.