Which provider is better:Healthspan or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Healthspan offers better value with 22.9 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 Healthspan and Vitality Blueprint Standard cost per year?
Healthspan costs $349 per year for 1,
while Vitality Blueprint Standard costs $375 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $349
for Healthspan and $375
for Vitality Blueprint Standard.
What biomarkers does Healthspan test that Vitality Blueprint Standard doesn't?
Healthspan includes 17 unique biomarkers not found in Vitality Blueprint Standard's panel.
These include Apolipoprotein B (ApoB), Lipoprotein (a), LDL Particle Number, and others.
Can I use insurance with Healthspan or Vitality Blueprint Standard?
Both Healthspan and Vitality Blueprint Standard 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.
Healthspan includes 1 in their annual membership,
while Vitality Blueprint Standard 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?
Healthspan uses Quest/Labcorp,
while Vitality Blueprint Standard uses US/Canada nationwide.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
