Function Health vs Vitality Blueprint Elite
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
Vitality Blueprint Elite
Annual Cost$700
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers138
Cost per Test$700
Service Details
| Feature | Function Health | Vitality Blueprint Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | 2000+ Quest | US nationwide (Quest 2000+) |
| Key Features | Cancer markers, autoimmune panel (ANA), advanced lipids (ApoB), heavy metals (lead), Omega-3, clinician review | Andy Galpin co-founded, omega fatty acid panel, full thyroid panel, performance reference ranges, 135 biomarker patterns |
| 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. | $700/year membership, or $800 for a single cycle. 138 biomarkers, the deepest panel offered, across 10 Functional Areas and 20+ systemic constraints. Priority access to new features and newly added biomarkers. Discounted retesting. US only. |
Biomarker Coverage Comparison
72
Tests in Common
33
Only in Function Health
15
Only in Vitality Blueprint Elite
Tests Only in Function Health
- LDL Particle Number(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL Particle Size(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase)(Thyroid Function)
- Thyroglobulin Antibodies(Thyroid Function)
- Iodine(Thyroid Function)
- Selenium(Thyroid Function)
- PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Progesterone(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Prolactin(Sex Hormones (Female))
- AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- Heavy Metals - Lead(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
21 more
- Heavy Metals - Mercury(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)
- Cystatin C(Kidney Function)
- Pregnenolone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Oxidized LDL (OxLDL)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Lipase(Liver Function)
- PTH (Parathyroid Hormone)(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- Osteocalcin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Leptin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Adiponectin(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
Tests Only in Vitality Blueprint Elite
- T3 Uptake(Thyroid Function)
- Total T4(Thyroid Function)
- EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Arachidonic Acid / EPA Ratio(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Phosphorus(Electrolytes & Minerals)
- UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity)(Vitamins & Nutrients)
- nRBC (Nucleated Red Blood Cells)(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Total T3(Thyroid Function)
- Free Thyroxine Index (FTI)(Thyroid Function)
- Omega-6 Total(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Linoleic Acid(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
3 more
- Arachidonic Acid(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- DPA (Docosapentaenoic Acid)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- IGF-1 Z-Score(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Function Health or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
Function Health is cheaper at $365/year, compared with $700/year for Vitality Blueprint Elite.
How much do Function Health and Vitality Blueprint Elite cost per year?
Function Health costs $365/year for 2 tests ($182 per test). Vitality Blueprint Elite costs $700/year for 1 test ($700 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Function Health or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
Function Health lists more biomarkers: 160+, compared with 138 for Vitality Blueprint Elite. Of the markers in our database, 72 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Function Health or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
Function Health gives more biomarkers per dollar: 43.8 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 19.7 for Vitality Blueprint Elite. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Function Health test that Vitality Blueprint Elite doesn't?
33 markers in our database are in Function Health's panel but not Vitality Blueprint Elite's, including LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase), and 30 more.
What does Vitality Blueprint Elite test that Function Health doesn't?
15 markers in our database are in Vitality Blueprint Elite's panel but not Function Health's, including T3 Uptake, Total T4, EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid), and 12 more.
How many tests per year do Function Health and Vitality Blueprint Elite include?
Function Health includes 2 tests per year. Vitality Blueprint Elite includes 1 test per year.
Where do Function Health and Vitality Blueprint Elite draw blood?
Function Health: 2000+ Quest. Vitality Blueprint Elite: US nationwide (Quest 2000+).
Can I use insurance with Function Health or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
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.