Which provider is better:Function Health or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
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 Vitality Blueprint Elite cost per year?
Function Health costs $499 per year for 2,
while Vitality Blueprint Elite costs $700 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $250
for Function Health and $700
for Vitality Blueprint Elite.
What biomarkers does Function Health test that Vitality Blueprint Elite doesn't?
Function Health includes 35 unique biomarkers not found in Vitality Blueprint Elite's panel.
These include LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase), and others.
Can I use insurance with Function Health or Vitality Blueprint Elite?
Both Function Health and Vitality Blueprint Elite 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 Vitality Blueprint Elite 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 Vitality Blueprint Elite uses US/Canada nationwide.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
